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$1.00 www.seminoletribe.com Volume XXII Number 7 May 25, 2001 Remembering Candy Oneva Smith By Libby Blake HOLLYWOOD – Juanita Osceola and family, Baxley Retires with support from Council Representative David Cypress, held the 5th Annual Candy Osceola Memorial Pool Tournament last weekend at the Hollywood Recreation Gym. The two-day event, held Friday and Saturday, included divisions for both men and women, boys and girls, and seniors. Pool sharks (and some guppies) from all over Seminole Country turned out to honor Candy and her family and to try for the $600 first place prize. Friday night the festivities got underway with the youth and seniors. Competition was fierce but friendly as the players grabbed their sticks to shoot in the one game, double elimination tournaments. Previous tournament winners felt the heat as they tried to rise to the top of the brackets. Some made it; some fell by the wayside as play continued into the early morn- ing hours. This made it kind of tough on the parents who had to return on Saturday at 10 a.m. for their own divi- sions. (Veterans of the game and these events know that lack of sleep is a given.) Play continued on Saturday until early evening for the top five positions in each division. Food and bever- ages to help sustain the players and the audience were pro- vided throughout the tournament by Sonny’s Hogies. Commemorative T-shirts were available for those wanting See CANDY, page 13 Oneva Baxley on her way to take it easy.

Guard, Indians Try By Janice Billie BRIGHTON — As of May 4, Brighton Cattle and Range and Seminole To Forge New Ties Tribe Board lost one of its most depend- able and dedicated employees to retire- By Michael Reed ment. After 23 years starting as a recep- Reprint from St. Augustine Record tionist and retiring as the departments’ In an effort of reconciliation between the United accounts payable/bookkeeper, Oneva States government and American Indians, laws were Smith Baxley put in her last day as a passed years ago requiring every government agency to Tribal employee on Friday. consult with federally-recognized tribes. At a luncheon in her honor held Now various tribes and the Florida National at the Lakeport Lodge, Oneva was com- Guard are coming together to preserve American Indian mended by her supervisor, Cattle and historic and cultural sites. Range Program Director Don Robertson, Last weak, the Florida National Guard held con- as an outstanding employee who could be sultations with six tribes, Col. Jeff Hetherington said it was relied upon to work hard and conscien- the right thing to do. tiously on any task asked of her. “After “I should say we’re off to an excellent start, and 23 years, Oneva is like part of the foun- the consultations went very well.” dation here at Cattle and Range and we The guard, aided by American Indians, will try to are all sad to see her go, but we wish her protect important sites on the land it manages, which only the best,” said Robertson. Seminole includes the 73,000-acre Camp Blanding training grounds Board Operations Manager, Carolyn near Starke . Billie presented Oneva with a gold watch Tribal representatives at the meeting were given a and bracelet set from President Mitchell tour of Camp Blanding. Cypress’ Office and the Board of Brig. Gen. Jimmy Watson said the tribes have not identified any important sites on the guard’s property, but See ONEVA, page 3 important sites may be found in the future. Patricia Wickman, historic preservation chair for See GUARD, page 3 Keep Hoof And Children Of Children “Captain” Tom Tiger was the second Seminole to meet an US President, see Reflections page 3. Mouth Disease Out Of Florida By Tommy Benn Fifteen Months And A New Life Later TALLAHASSEE — The United States has regulations to prevent the intro- By Michael James ty and knowledge into power. Her mission remains duction of Hoof and Mouth Disease into BRIGHTON — Fifteen months.... that’s how steadfast. her boundaries but so did many currently long it’s been since Josephine Villa sat down with the In January 2000, Josephine began the monu- affected countries. HMD has been diag- Seminole Tribune to tell the grievous story of how her mental task of getting a new kidney by beginning a bat- nosed in 34 countries in the past 18 struggle with diabetes nearly ended her life when she tery of medical tests that would last nearly six months. months. The latest outbreaks were report- was robbed of the function of her ed in Great Britain, Northern Ireland, kidneys and forced to begin life Argentina and France. The only conti- sustaining dialysis in 1999. For nents free of the disease are North five days in December 1999 she America, Australia and the Antarctica. underwent lifesaving emergency All cloven-hoofed animals are dialysis. Her salvation Josephine susceptible. In Florida those include told the Tribune was, “God’s way domesticated cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, of telling me that I had a mission and buffalo. Wildlife, both exotic and to accomplish.” native Florida species, are suspect. It was an unforgettable If you suspect a disease problem, interview whose tone and mood report it immediately to a veterinarian or Missy Huff and Candice Fimmer was set by remarkable ambiva- an animal health officer. Early detection lence. Fear and courage, despair of HMD is critical; the virus is fast By Michael James and hope, these were the feelings spreading. More than likely 100 percent OKEECHOBEE — On Thursday, May 10th the that presided as Josephine bravely of animals in an exposed herd will Brighton students, grades 6th through 9th, were introduced told her story in the hope that she become ill; younger animals are more to a photograph exhibit and riveting testimonies discussing could impact others before it was susceptible to death than older animals. an increasing problem facing our youth in this country too late. Back then she was scared, Inspect your animals daily for today - children having children. This lesson in life began not for herself but for others tell-tale signs of HMD blisters around the at a luncheon where guest speakers from the Brighton whom she feared might be harbor- mouth and muzzle, which cause slobber- community shared with the group their own testimonies of ing the misconception that dialysis ing and drooling. Raw patches or ulcers being teen parents. A Seminole Tribune reporter, who was some sort of alternative that and sores may develop around the ani- became a parent at 19, discussed the inability to establish could be consciously opted for as mal’s utter causing mastitis; blisters on an identity for himself and how he literally lost his child- an alternative to good diabetes Josephine Villa with daughter Micki. the feet will cause lameness. Infected ani- hood. Instead of going to college, he became a father and management. Then and now dialy- mals will not drink, eat or walk and will husband working two jobs. He did not return to college sis remains in her own words. “painful, just awful, a last The tests would determine if she could be an organ lose weight rapidly. Cattle and swine will until he was 36 years old. He also spoke about the reper- resort that should be avoided at all costs.” recipient. There were tests on her heart, her lungs, and show signs of HMD within two to seven cussions of parents who marry at a young age and divorce, Today, the pain is gone for Josephine thanks to indeed all organ systems of her body. She even had a days. Sheep and goats may only show See CHILDREN, page 2 a new kidney and her uncommon ability to turn adversi- See VILLA, page 4 See HOOF, page 13 The Seminole Tribune 2 May 25, 2001 Editorial “Please God, I’m only 17” *Barbara Secody sticking out all over. Strange, that I couldn’t feel anything. It’s prom time again, and young students are out there Hey! Don’t pull that sheet over my head! I can’t be ‘having fun’ – doing the things that young people do these days. dead. I’m only 17. I have a date tonight. I’m supposed to grow Even kids that do not use drugs or drink are still at risk, because up and have a wonderful life – and I haven’t even lived yet: I there are a greater number of those out there who do. Those are can’t be dead! the people who are going to be at the wheel, and who will be Later, I was placed in a drawer at the morgue. My folks sharing the roads with your kids. Each year throughout the have to identify me. Why did they have to see me like this? Why United States, young people are killed on their prom night did I have to look at Mom’s eyes when she had to face the most through either reckless behavior on their part or on the part of terrible ordeal of her life? Dad suddenly looked like an old man. others – as well as at the hands of a drunk driver. He told the man in charge, “Yes, he is my son.” Through the years, young people have become more The funeral was a weird experience. I saw all my rela- aware of the dangers of prom night and have taken measures to tives and friends walk toward the casket. They passed by, one by ensure their safety. Some prom goers even pool their resources one, and looked at me with the saddest eyes I’ve ever seen. and hire a limo. At approximately $40 per hour, it is a small Some of my buddies were crying. A few of the girls touched my price to pay for peace of mind. Others select a “designated driv- hand and sobbed as they walked away. er” – someone who they can depend on to stay sober throughout Please! – Somebody! – Wake me up! Get me out of the evening. Even with these precautionary measures, tragedy here! I can’t bear to see my mom and dad so broken up. My Mitchell Virginia grandparents are so racked with grief they can hardly walk. My still occurs on prom night, but all attempts by everyone to do Oosha nit oogen kahum pahshim (otter playing in water) their part have greatly reduced the number of deaths in recent brother and sisters are like zombies – they move like robots. In a years. daze, everybody! No one can believe it, either. Many years ago, Abigail Van Buren (“Dear Abby”) Please don’t bury me – I’m not dead! I have a lot of liv- and fathers are often ill equipped physi- printed a piece in her column about a young person who had ing to do! I want to laugh and run again. I want to sing and Children cally or financially to bear and nurture tragically died in a senseless car accident. It has been reprinted - dance. Please don’t put me in the cold, dark ground! I promise if healthy children. with her permission through the years, and has had a tremendous you give me just one more chance, God, I’ll be the most careful Continued from page 1 Compared to mothers who delay driver in the whole world. All I want is one more chance. impact on readers everywhere. It goes as follows: and the impact that decision has on the childbearing until age 20 or 21 mothers Please, God, I’m on 17 Please, God, I’m only 17! age 17 and younger spend more time as Although this story will touch the hearts of those who children. Jo Johns, Youth Coordinator at The day I died was an ordinary school day. How I wish Brighton, spoke about the loss of freedom single parents, are less likely to complete I had taken the bus! But I was too cool for the bus. I remember read it – as it always does, unfortunately, some of those will not high school and go on to college and are heed the warnings and will meet a similar demise. The article is and how your life becomes entirely about how I wheedled the car out of Mom. “Special favor,” I pleaded. - your children. She emphasizes that she more likely to rely on public assistance or “All the kids drive!’ old – written long before crack cocaine, ecstasy, acid and the work in low paying jobs. Children born to myriad of other “designer drugs” became the main attraction at has no regrets, but it is very, very difficult When the 2:50 bell rang, I threw all my books in the at a young age. Dianne Smith, who teen mothers are more likely to be born locker. I was free until 8:40 tomorrow morning. I ran to the park- teen functions. Today, parents have to worry - not only about prematurely and be of low birth weight, drinking and driving – but about all the other stuff kids are into. became a parent at 15, also described her ing lot, excited at the thought of driving a car and being my own life at that time and how difficult it was have childhood problems, be abused or boss. Free! There is no sure fire way to protect your children, but neglected and do poorly in school. let them know over and over again – until you are both blue in being a teen mother. Preston Baker, who It doesn’t matter how the accident happened. I was became a father at 20, and dearly loves Children of adolescent parents goofing off – going too fast – taking crazy chances. But I was the face - how important it is for them to exercise caution. Let receive less medical care, are less likely them know you care – and remind them of the good life that lies children, spoke and commented that he enjoying my freedom and having fun. The last thing I remem- never thought he would be a speaker dis- to complete high school, live in homes of bered was passing an old lady who seemed to be going too slow. ahead for them to enjoy – a life you want to share with them for poorer quality than children of older par- a long, long time. cussing teen parenthood. From a different I heard a deafening crash and felt a terrible jolt. Glass and steel perspective, Rita Gopher who became a ents, and daughters of teen mothers are flew everywhere. My whole body seemed to be turning inside — Barbara Secody is a freelance writer for the more likely to become teen mothers them- Seminole Tribune mother at 25 also explained the difficul- out. I heard myself scream. ties of being an older mother. The mes- selves. Suddenly I awakened; it was very quiet, and a police sage is taking responsibility, protecting Many factors contribute to teen officer was standing over me. Then I saw a doctor. My body was yourself and having protected sex. childbearing. Research and experience mangled and saturated with blood. Pieces of jagged glass were Photographer Michael Nye is an have identified some key factors: Poverty, artist whose candid portraits reveal the most teen parents are from low-income intense and often poignant lives of his subjects. His passion for photography has taken him around the world record- ing images of men, women and chil- letters/e-mail dren from troubled and impoverished areas in Siberia, Mexico, Iraq, China 6300 Stirling Rd. Hollywood. FL 33024 [email protected] and elsewhere. He is an attorney who received his Doctor of Jurisprudence in Dear Mr. Billie, fish, bass, bream and turtles from the for 9 months. I have tried head gear (like 1977 and practiced law for 7 years We were glad we could help in a canals. Vegetables we grew in our gar- a lamp shade), antibiotics, hot pepper, bit- before deciding to pursue photography small way with your canoe presentation at dens such as pumpkin, corn, beans, ter herbs, electric shock with a charged full time in 1984. His Children of Eastside High School in Gainesville on sweet potatoes, etc. We also survived off collar each time he started to chew, band- Children, Portraits and Stories of March 29, and we were honored by your the deer, bear, panther, wild hogs, rabbit ages, creams, etc. Nothing keeps him Teenage Parents introduces individuals visit to the Florida Museum of Natural or squirrel. As well as many swamp from chewing on it. There are no evident ranging in age from 12 to 100 whose History to see the Hall of South Florida birds; wood ibis, curlew, anhingas. ticks, ant bites, etc. We are in Orlando, lives have been effected by teenage People and Environments, which will Paul Buster (Cowbone) Florida. Have you any advice? Can you pregnancy. The powerful exhibit fea- open to the public in 2002. refer a Native American Animal Doctor or tures 50 black and white portraits During your visit, you mentioned Editor, Shaman? Thank you for showing compas- accompanied by audio stories, narrated that the thatching job on a structure in one My name is Larry Rempala. I am sion. by the individual in the photograph. of our exhibits “would not hold water” a Boy Scout leader that is involoved in the Clark (Flying Eagle-Manitou) Children of Children does not con- (reported in Seminole Tribune, April 13). Order of the Arrow(Elgixin Chapter). We McClelland, Honorary demn, condone, or romanticize teenage Museum exhibit coordinator Darcie are a sub-organization of honored campers Member pregnancy; rather it explores the reali- MacMahon and I spoke to our thatchers that tries to follow the ways of American Lakota Sioux Nation ties of teenage pregnancy and parent- about the style they had chosen to make Indians. Being from Florida we are mostly [email protected] ing in our society. sure they had good reasons. interested in the Seminole Tribe. Many of Frozen in time, the images They learned the “weaving” style our boys make their own Seminole patch My dad used to use an old capture a significant life altering (weaving the palm leaves around the work type long shirts and dance in compe- Indian medicine to remedy the wound. moment as the subjects appear in the Michael James purlins) from the Maya people in the tition. They have won many regional The medicine was first used for humans camera’s eye and ask you to under- Yucatan, who use the style whenever nails competitions. I was wondering if there are (Seminoles) during war times in the stand. The photographs are more than Rita Gopher giving her testimony. are not available. It result in a tighter, videos available of Seminole Stomp early 1800’s. When the men were injured static images. An audio narrative thicker thatch (50 % more palm leaves are Dance or other dances available for view- the medicine was concocted and applied. recorded by the person in the photo, used) and water does not permeate the ing by non-Indians so our scouts can pol- I saw my dad perform that medi- drawing you into his or her life accompa- families or live in areas of poverty; thickness of the thatch. The “S-curve” of ish their skills and stay fresh in thier cine on my dog, which accidentially got nies each. In simple and eloquent detail, School performance, poor academic per- the woven stems is very strong and resists dance. Thank you. shot during a hunt. these narratives address many of the com- formance is often a precursor to teen wind better than the straight-stem style. Larry Rempala But, other than that I really plex issues-family, culture, religion, trust, pregnancy. Many teens drop out of school They say even resort hotels use this [email protected] have no advice except we used to use a money, poverty, guilt, abuse, responsibili- before they become pregnant. Family woven style on large structures that are motor oil (well used) on the affected area ty, support and education-just to name a background is also a key factor. Children placed on windy beaches. You can contact Seminole on the dog - maybe it might help, but few of teen mothers are more likely to become Because the structure in our Braodcasting at 954-967-3417, Library at don’t hold it against me. Teen pregnancy is not a simple teen parents. Siblings of teen parents are exhibit is supposed to represent a Calusa 954-989-6840 and ask for Diane Diaz at “Cowbone” issue of good or bad, right or wrong, do more likely to become teen parents. Indian house of the 1500s, the thatchers ext. 1225 or Peggy Davis at the Museum or don’t. It is a very complex issue that Family background of domestic knew it would have been built without at 954-792-0745. Editor, involves many people, events and deci- violence, substance abuse or divorce can nails, so that’s why they used the “no- Does the Seminole Tribe have sions. The statistics in this country are increase the risk of teen pregnancy. Also nail” style favored by Mayan people Editor, any legends of dangerous animals or staggering. The United States has the sexual abuse or victimization links teen instead of the modern Seminole style. Hello my name is Antonio Vindel Deities? Something to scare children. I’m highest rates of teen pregnancy and births pregnancy, especially in cases of sexual We appreciated your visit and and I would like to get your position on currently writing a fictional novel, and it in the Western industrialized world. Teen pressure or sexual coercion. Teen use of your comments, and we hope you will the following topic; I understand there is takes place in Florida. I would never want pregnancy costs at least $7 billion each alcohol, drugs and tobacco is also associ- come back to see the exhibit when it is an ongoing debate as to the offending to offend you by misrepresenting your year due to medical and health care costs, ated with sexual risk taking. Youth with completed next year. nature of sports nicknames such as, beliefs or traditions. Also, I am not plan- incarceration expenses, public assistance, behavior problems and those who are Sincerely, Indians, Redskins, etc. I thought I’d ning to write something silly about a foster care, social services, childcare costs homeless incarcerated or in foster care William H. Marquardt research it by asking your opinion on the Native American legend coming to pass and education. Florida alone spent almost have high rates of early pregnancy. A key Curator in Archaeology matter. I would like to hear arguments on and taking out it’s vengeance, that’s been $2.5 billion on expenditures to support factor is the lack of knowledge. Teens both sides of the issue from Native done too many times with poor results families begun by teens, but only $11.5 often do not have the information or sup- Dear Editor: Americans and their reasons for taking (my opinion). million on investments to prevent preg- port systems to delay sexual activity. The story of the Seminoles found offense or feeling indifferent perhaps Richard P. Buoye nancy. Imagine if that money were avail- Finally, peer pressure. Many teen feel on Andros is Hollywood (industry) mate- because some may feel there are better [email protected] able for other things...education, housing, pressured by their friends and peers to rial. causes to address. Your opinions will be job training, medical research or crime become sexually active. There is a dramatic story, plots, most gratefully received. Thank you. Most of our stories and legends prevention. The choice to become a statistic and much more that creates a great motion Antonio Vindel are told to our children. The stories are In Okeechobee County from is a result of the choices people make. picture, if handled properly. Such a [email protected] not told to scare anyone; there may be 1997 to 1999, 312 young women ages 15- Life is full of changes, disappointments, motion picture would definitely draw some stories that might get the children 19 became mothers. For the same 3 years, decisions, frustrations and opportunities to great attention to the Seminole Tribe, its I personally don’t feel any to quiet down and retire for the evening. 6 new mothers from Okeechobee were make mistakes. However, everyone can history, and attractions. offense or any bitterness towards the use Our stories and legends are told age 14 or under. Twenty-three of these avoid mistakes...at least a lot of mistakes, I was very much drawn by the of Native American names, as long as it in Miccosukee language, it can be trans- teen mothers gave birth for a second time as well as the pain that follows. Make a story, although I have read much about is used within reason! lated to English, but, it doesn’t really within their teen years. In 1997-1999, conscious choice to live happy, healthy the Seminoles, in English and Russian. “Cowbone” have any punch to it. It’s not as dramatic 13.26% of Okeechobee’s total births were and fulfilling lives. If you are faced with Imagine the effect on those Americans, or it’s not as humorous. No wonder we to teens under the age of 19. any of these factors, there is help for you. Asians, and Europeans who do not know Editor, can’t have any fun in English. The consequences of teen preg- Seek help, get smart, and stay healthy. much about the Seminoles (or know noth- Hi this is Katie G. and I’m doing “Cowbone” nancy are about more than money and Most of all discuss your situation. ing), and then see a movies that tells the a research project on the Tribe and I was costs involved. When a child is born to an Carefully examine the consequences of story of Native Americans escaping tyran- wondering if you have any information on Editor, adolescent, life is often more difficult for the choices you make. ny; pirates, seafaring, storms, adventures, what Tribal homes look like and what Can you discribe the hunting, the child and the parents. Teen mothers Remember prevention is the key. new land, struggles, tragedies, triumphs. they use to build them. fishing and farming? What did they typi- Above all. Love and Respect Yourself! The movies should also tell about the Katie Grant cally eat? What did they do for recreation Seminole history in Florida; this is the [email protected] activities, crafts and games in the 1700’s? story of those who had remained, their [email protected] wars against the invaders, their victories. Most of the Tribal members live I am glad to read the Tribune in modern (cbs) homes today. But, thirty Hunting - get a rifle and some Seminole Tribune after an absence due to some projects that years ago or earlier most all of the ammunition, go out in the woods where kept me very busy. As one of many Seminole lived in chickees (thatched roof you would most likely see an animal. Publisher: James E. Billie The Seminole Tribune Director: Dr. Betty Mae Jumper is a member of the Native American Russian-Americans, who read the story of huts). Fishing - If you have a boat and fishing Editor: Virginia Mitchell the Seminoles in Cpt. Mein Reid’s won- Chickees are made from Cypress gear (gig) you go out to ponds or water- Design/Layout: Melissa Sherman Journalists Association, the Florida derful book, I wish the Tribe well, and wood for the frame or structure and ways. Design/Layout Assistant: Vanessa Frank Press Club and the Associated Press. hope to visit again and again. topped with palmetto fronds from the Farming - farm tractors and Freelance Designer: Stephen Galla Letters/e-mails to the Editor must be Paul Stonehill Sabal palm tree. The frame is nailed equipment would come in handy and a Reporters: Libby Blake signed and may be edited for publica- California together and the fronds are tacked onto good fertile land. Before such was avail- Archivist: Ernie Tiger Contributors: Tommy Benn, Janice Billie, tion. Subscription rate is $25 per year the wood with smaller nails. Hope this able hand made tools were used in our by mail. Make checks payable to The Dear Seminole Tribe; helps you. gardens. Jessica Cattelino Suzanne Davis, Diane Diaz, E. Bowers Seminole Tribune, 6300 Stirling Rd., I was just wondering what did “Cowbone” Of the many wildlife that were Bob Kippenberger (Photos) you all eat in the swamp? part of our menu were; Wood ibis, Water Hollywood, FL 33024. Phone: (954) Brian Larney (Design), Mark Madrid, 967-3416. Fax: (954) 967-3482. Or Jody Kay Editor, turkey, Ironheads, garfish, turtles, mud- Gary Padgett, Rhonda Roff, [email protected] My dog, Coby has an open fish. Benny Secody, subscribe on the Internet at wound which is through the skin on his Crafts - learning to either sew, Patsy West, Dr. Patricia R. Wickman www.seminoletribe.com Dear Jodi-Kay; right upper front paw. The wound is get- beadwork, basketry or woodcarving. © Seminole Tribe of Florida We ate plenty of garfish, mud- ting larger and he is limping. He’s had it “Cowbone” The Seminole Tribune 3 May 25, 2001 Reflections By Patsy West Protecting Special Places, “Captain” Tom Tiger Was Second Protecting Our Heritage By Tommy Benn Executive Director and Karen Ware hold MIAMI — Eight National down the office activities of the ten-year- Seminole To Meet An US President Conference of the National Tribal old organization. Growing every year we om Tiger, or “Captain” Tom Tiger as he was most often tion of “sugar cane, rice, oranges and other fruit.” Drainage Environmental Council was strive to keep our membership aware of called, was a well-known Seminole in the Kissimmee area. would also create new pastures for the State’s cattle interests hosted by the Miccosukee Tribe of Florida all the “HOT ISSUES” quoted Ms. Ware The authoress Minnie Moore-Willson was a great fan of which at that time, provided for a large Cuban market in beeves, at their Hotel and we can be located on T Gaming Resort, in late our web site at his and provided interesting anecdotal information on his life in including “fighting bulls for the arenas of Havana.” Many of the The Seminoles of Florida published in 1896.Tom was a Wildcat company’s stockholders were Philadelphians others were from April www.ntec.org. Or clan member, Grandfather to Agnes and Mary Parker, Betty Mae England. The President was told that settlers coming from Iowa The main general email: and Howard Tiger (Snake clan). were prepared to begin the cultivation of sugarcane on parts of objective of the [email protected] Ms. Recently, due to the diligent efforts of historian Dr. Joe the newly reclaimed land. National Tribal Ware and Mr. Knetsch, I was forwarded a microfilmed newspaper article which The smaller boat the “Mary Belle” full of reporters fol- Environmental Pardilla both reside provided a piece of relatively unknown information involving lowed the President’s party on the “Okeechobee”. The steamer Counsel is to enhance in Albuquerque, Tom Tiger, just in time to be included in Betty Mae Jumper’s “Gertrude” provided wood fuel for the “Okeechobee.” Through each tribe’s ability to New Mexico publication: A Seminole Legend: The Life of Betty Mae Tiger natural channels, lakes, and drainage channels cut by the protect, preserve and Becky Buster Jumper by Betty Mae Jumper and Patsy West (University Press Improvement Company’s dredges, the party made their way promote the wise man- and staff have done of Florida, Fall 2001). southwards towards agement of air land an unbelievable job Southern Florida’s first efforts into draining off the shal- Lake Okeechobee. Because of the newly dredged water- and water for the ben- as our host. Billy low Everglades system began in the Kissimmee area. There in way, a boat 100 feet long and 22 feet wide was being built to efit of present and Cypress really rolled April 1883, United States President Chester A. Arthur visited and make the run from Kissimmee City to Lake Okeechobee. future generations. out the carpet. was wined and dined on the newly refurbished river boat the The President’s party made a landing at Fort Gardner Founded in Touring both the “Okeechobee” by an official of the Okeechobee Land and “as it was learned that some Indians were expecting the 1991 the counsel was Miccosukee and Improvement Company. Two years earlier, the OLIC had President’s arrival.” It was Captain Tom Tiger and his two wives, formed by seven Seminole Museum received permission from the State of Florida to reclaim a tract Mary and Mollie who met the boat. Tom smoked a cigar with the tribes. Today’s mem- airboat rides Billie of submerged land totaling 12 million acres in Polk, Brevard, President and accepted a jack knife from the Secretary of the bership record is 163 Benn Tommy Swamp Safari it has Manatee, Monroe and Dade Counties (these are the old, larger Navy. The President gave Tom’s baby (doubtless one of Ada tribes strong. All dedi- been a most enjoy- counties prior to the creation of others that exist today). The land Tiger’s older brothers) 25 cents. While communication was at a cated to working and able stay. The meal assisting tribes in the Karen Ware office manager and that featured both to be reclaimed was larger than the states of Rhode Island, minimum, this meeting appears to have been the first between a Executive Director Jerry Pardilla. Connecticut, New Jersey, and Maryland. Florida Seminole and the President of the United States since the protection of tribal Seminole and The agenda was to explain Florida’s revolutionary 1852 when Billy Bowlegs visited Washington, D. C. on his trip lands. With Alaska and Miccosukee cuisine drainage program to the President. Was he a possible investor? to New York City as the guest of a “removal expert” prior to the California having the most tribes enrolled. was extremely enjoyable too. The enter- The news article enthusiastically noted of the drainage project, onset of the Third Seminole War in 1855. Native American have always tainment with James Billie’s “Alligator “If successful, as it promises to be, it will make the men who are — Reflection Number 189 held the land air and water in reverence Tales” was another high light of the con- interested in it rich!” The drainage would provide for the cultiva- and are striving hard to protect the envi- ference. Sincere thanks to all those who ronment even more today. made our stay a memorable one. Seniors Mothers Day Celebration Jerry Pardilla is the organizations By Janice Billie lunch of fried chicken and all the Florida Panthers BIG CYPRESS — The fixings. Gifts that included towels, beloved Seniors of the Big Cypress sewing boxes, decorative jars were community gathered at the Henry distributed to the mothers in the Osceola Senior Citizens Building to group. Numbers Increase celebrate Mother’s Day on May 11. Site Manager, Mary Lou The Fish and Wildlife capture equipment and has a wildlife vet- From 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. they lis- Cypress organized and facilitated Conservation Commission (FWC) has erinarian at all panther captures to keep tened to gospel music provided by the gathering. She said it was well tasted victory in its battle to save the risks to a minimum for the endangered Jonah Cypress, Noah Jim and Joe worth all the effort to see the sen- Florida panther from extinction, but not species. Currently, Land said, researchers Billie. Ruby Osceola and Sadie iors come over and enjoy the spe- without some costs. So far, wildlife biolo- are focusing their efforts on taking tissue Cypress joined in and sang several cial occasion. She thanked gists have suffered serious scratches and samples from kittens in the dens, while bite wounds to their hands and feet — not the mother cats are away.

hymns with the band. Along with Councilman David Cypress for pro- Janice Billie the music the seniors were served a viding the gifts and lunch. to mention sprained ankles; heads “We can take tissue samples and slammed against trees one dislocated gather genetic information from 2-week- Agnes Cypress and Susie Billie on Mothers Day. shoulder and torn ligaments. old kittens without having to tranquilize “This is a pretty rough way to them or risk injuries,” Land said. “We’ve Alex Johns awarded her a trip to Hawaii Corn Dance and someone needed to be earn a living sometimes,” said Darrell also placed computer chips under the skin Oneva for two in appreciation for serving the there. I thought it was just for the day or a Land, head of the FWC’s panther field of 94 kittens. Those chips enable us to Seminole Tribe for so many years. couple of days at the most but it turned research efforts in south Florida. “But it identify the individual animals when we Continued from page 1 When asked how she came to out to be 23 years!” has its rewards. There is definitely more encounter them again later. We know Directors. She also commended Oneva for work for Cattle and Range Oneva says, “It As for her future plans Oneva Florida panthers today than there were where the animal came from, who its par- a job well done and for her long term ded- was back around 1987 after my son Neil says she’s considering a part time job as when we first started this fieldwork back ents were and who its offspring and sib- ication. “She was always there and would was born. My brother Fred Smith was the cultural language teacher at the pre- in the early `80s. It’s a good feeling to lings are.” Land said that by marking the do anything you asked her to do, just President of the Board of Directors at that school but has no definite plans. She know we have helped reverse the decline kittens early, scientists decrease the need extremely dependable,” remarked time and one day he called me up and wants to enjoy the days as they come and in the cats’ population.” Land said to tranquilize and collar them as adult Carolyn. Brighton Board Representative, asked if I would come over and answer “just take it easy.” researchers now estimate the Florida pan- cats. the phones because everyone was going to ther population at 60-70 animals. Twenty During the past few years, scien- years ago, the estimate was closer to 30. tists have released eight female Texas FWC scientists use tranquilizer cougars into the wild in south Florida to guns to immobilize adult panthers so they introduce new genetic material into the Entering Into Fourth Year Of Drought can take tissue samples and fit the ani- seriously inbred panther population. Three By Tommy Benn sive to plant and harvest a crop. Due to the cost of running mals with radio collars that enable of the cougars are still alive, and one of TALLAHASSEE — With this being the fourth season pumps, etc. as the price of fuel is skyrocketing out of sight too. researchers to track the animals’ move- them recently bore a litter of two kittens. of uncommon drought the losses to Florida cattle Crop losses and declining sales have effected other ments and behavior. That’s when most of The Texas cats and their off- ranchers and farmers are recorded in the millions of dollars. An Florida producers and their annual income. Attributable to the the injuries happen. In fact, the cats some- spring are more energetic during captures. estimated $600 million of loss in the past four years due to the prolonged drought includes Citrus some $85 million, Pasture $80 times are injured too. Last November and Unlike the pure Florida cats, which tend states prolonged drought. million, livestock $45 million in losses, vegetables / truck crops again in April, cats sustained broken legs, to climb a tree and remain in it when pur- The biggest losses have been in field crops, corn, cot- $40 million and watermelon sales have dropped $36 million over possibly during capture operations, and sued, they tend to climb down one tree ton, peanuts, soybeans, and hay. These field crops are mostly the past four years. had to be removed from the wild tem- and up another, and sometimes leap from grown in Northern Florida, and the Panhandle areas of the state. Locally Lake Okeechobee out major water reserve is at porarily for treatment and rehabilitation. tree to tree during the pursuit. Many of the farms in this region of the state are without irriga- its lowest level point in over 35 years at less than 10 foot. A tall The cat that was injured in April is recov- “Both of the cats that broke their tion systems. Decline in sales of nearly $300 million dollars man could possibly walk across the 38-mile wide lake without ering at Lowry Park Zoo at Tampa, where legs were offspring of the Texas cats,” reached in 1996 has hit these growers hard over the past four much trouble. it will remain for two months. Also one Land said. Thirty-six panthers and three years. Farmers with irrigation systems are finding it too expen- cat died during the early 80’s when a tran- Texas cougars are wearing functional quilizer dart struck an artery and released radio collars at the moment. Ten others the tranquilizer drug into the animal’s have collars that no longer transmit radio body too rapidly. signals. This is very exciting news for “There were two other cats that Seminole tribal members. Jo Johns, Big Cypress Swine Club seemed okay after the capture but turned Brighton Youth Coordinator, finds it very BIG CYPRESS — Amidst the standing room only crowd and received many songs that was performed that after- up dead a short time later,” Land said. good news. “This is great news that their busy campaign speeches and dinners on her plaque also. noon. “As unfortunate as that is, it’s not a bad trying to preserve them and their numbers each of the Seminole Tribal They had grilled T-bone Amongst all the excitement in record, considering we’ve performed this are climbing. Panthers are an important reservations, children and steaks, chicken and many, the afternoon, accolades, worthy praises capture procedure 261 times on 104 dif- part of Florida’s history.” At different parents at Big Cypress had many sides that the par- and a pat on the back went to Cecilia ferent cats. We know there are risks to the times you can see the panthers on the Big an appreciation dinner for ents brought. Everyone Tigertail for unselfishly working hard to cats and risks to the researchers, but the Cypress Reserve, “they are doing their Benny and Robin Hernandez had their fill and then promote this appreciation dinner to benefits definitely outweigh the risks.” best to keep them off the highways”, says for the toil and hard work some. Many filled their deserving people in the Big Cypress com- The FWC has developed special Johns. that they’ve shown for the plates again to take home munity. Big Cypress community on for future reference. Fruits of these people are already Saturday, May 12, 2001. Cowbone band flew in prevalent among the children of Big Benny gave an out- for the occasion and per- Cypress and we commend you for your standing speech as he formed its top hits since untiring labor of love. Also, many thanks received his beautiful plaque last millennium for the to parents who are involved with this pro- for his untiring service to the attendees’ enjoyment. gram. Keep doing this wonderful work community. Songs like “Gator that you have dedicated yourself to fulfill. Robin was speech- Country Blues,” a song You are appreciated very much! less due to overwhelming OWBONE that was inspired by Sho na bay sha applause and a standing ova- C Osceola from the 1800’s, Hem mung ala ka tion, yet she made her way through the “I Caught that Wild Hog” is another of Cowbone

SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SBA) WORKSHOP JUNE 19, 2001 Tribal and FLARNG representatives surveyed Camp Blanding, the Guard’s principal training HOLLYWOOD RESERVATION – AUDITORIUM area, from the seats of a Blackhawk helicopter. Shown (L-R) are: Asst. – Adj. Gen. Jimmy 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Watson, FLARNG; Col. Jeff Heatherington, FLARNG, Operations Manager; Alan Cook, repre- senting Alabama-Quassarte Tribe (OK); Treva Johns, FLARNG; Joyce Bear, HPO, Muscogee (Creek) Nation (OK); Kirk Perry, Chicksaw Nation (OK); Patricia R. Wickman, HPO, The Small Business Administration (SBA) in con- Seminole Tribe of Florida; Rena Duncan, HPO, Chicksaw Nation (OK); Owell Sapulpa, repre- junction with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) is senting Alabama-Quassarte Tribe (OK); Emmon Spain, Seminole Nation (OK); Keller George, conducting a workshop to assist American Indian and tribal- President, USET; and Ted Underwood, HPO, Seminole Nation (OK). ly owned and operated businesses in SBA certification. The whatever is found to be important to workshop will discuss Indian Incentive Programs, provide Guard them,” Hetherington said. In order to protect cultural sites and instruct on financing and loan programs, among other Continued from page 1 Wickman said it is important for the peo- incentive and assistance programs. the Seminole Tribe of Florida, said Native ple in the guard to know what to do and Businesses that may be interested in bidding on or Americans have been in the area for the who to call when one is identified. She subcontracting to perspective bidders for work involved past 12,000 years, and there is a high also said an officer with the power to stop a project needs to be accessible. with the future construction of the Big Cypress Water probability of finding something. In the consultations, the tribes When a site is identified, the Conservation Plan – East Conveyance Canal are encouraged gave their inputs as to what types of sites guard will contact the tribes and tell them to participate/ attend. Construction practices for this project are important to American Indians and about the find may include but not be limited to the following: how to protect them. With that informa- Tribal representatives at the con- sultations said the meetings were produc- Surveying, Canal excavation/dike formation, Pump tion, the guard will develop a cultural resource management plan and meet with tive, and Wickman said the guard seemed station design/installation, Water control structure construc- the tribes again in September. genuine in its efforts to work with the tion/installation, Road construction. For additional informa- The plan, among other things, tribes. tion please contact Patti Lodge, Water Resource will outline the procedures for protecting “The Florida National Guard did Florida well,” Wickman said. Management Department, 800-683-7800, ext. 1121. a site when one is identified. “They’ve got to tell us whether or not they consider The Seminole Tribune 4 May 25, 2001 CCommunityommunity NewsNews Ahfachkee Academic Awards By Janice Billie 3rd Grade-Punctuality- Michael Osceola, Big Cypress — Beginning with Pre-k Alfred Billie. A Honor Roll–Clayton Hall. B Honor through high school, Ahfachkee School recognized Roll-Rubi-Anne Alexander. Most Improved-Jon Ross and awarded students for attendance, punctuality, Billie. improvement and good grades for the school’s third 4th Grade- Punctuality-Aaron Cypress, quarter grading period. In a ceremony held on May 8, Cody Billie. A Honor Roll-Alyssa Lauren Bowers. B Principal Patrick Gaffney presented the certificates of Honor Roll-James Micco Billie II, Cody Billie, Aaron achievement to the following students: Cypress. Improved Math-Ronnie Billie. Pre-K-Perfect Attendance–Symphony 5th Grade-Perfect Attendance-Dawna Osceola, Levi Billie, Savannah Tiger. Cypress. Punctuality-Dawna Cypress, Tiffany Billie, Punctuality–Andre Landin, Levi Billie, Savannah and Stephanie Hall. A Honor Roll-Stephanie Hall, Tiger, Symphony Osceola, Christian Alexander, Dawna Cypress, Ryan Cypress. B Honor Roll- Malari Baker. Katrina Bettelyoun, Alex Cypress, Serena Green, Kindergarten-Perfect Attendance-Bradley Tiffany Billie, Herschel Frank, Kayla Bowers. Cypress, Tyler Cypress. Punctuality-Ricky Joe 6th Grade-Perfect Attendance-Klaressa Alumbaugh, Tyler Cypress, Tequesta Tiger, Osceola. Punctuality-Heather Billie, Benny Christopher Joe Jr., Joey Simone, Rayel Billie. Hernandez, Klaressa Osceola, Sawena Otero, 1st Grade–Perfect Attendance–Tucomah Kaylynn Pewo. A Honor Roll-Klaressa Osceola. B Robbins. All E’s (Excellent)-Cooper Rivers, Malachi Honor Roll-Summer Billie. Michael James Baker, Adrienne Cypress, Stevie Billie, Danni Jae 7th and 8th Grades-Perfect Attendance-Paige Tommie, Monique Jimmie. All E’s and S’s Osceola, Jessalyn Balentine, Jodi Simone, Victoria Friends of Library - Billy Osceola Library, Brighton. (Satisfactory)-Tucomah Robbins, Kane Bettelyoun, Hernandez, Talisha Leach, Meredith Bullard. Jalen Cypress, Anthony Ballentine. Punctuality-Little Tiger Balentine, Paige Osceola, 2nd Grade–Perfect Attendance–Ryan Jessalyn Balentine, Victoria Hernandez, Jodi Simone, Cypress. Punctuality–Ryan Cypress, Daylyn Hall. E Meredith Bullard. B Honor Roll-Little Tiger Friends Visits Billy Osceola Library Honor Roll–Catlen Tommie. E’s and S’s Honor Balentine, Paige Osceola. BRIGHTON — Friends of the Library paid safety. Roll–Daylyn Hall, Myra Bettelyoun, Megan High School-Perfect Attendance-Wilson a visit to the children of Brighton on March 30th. What is the Friends of the Library program? Bettelyoun, Kaylee Jumper, Darwin Cypress, Bowers, Lindsey King. Punctuality-Wilson Bowers, This was the second year the Friends have shared Friends is a nonprofit organization whose members Jonathan Robbins, Ryan Cypress, Dannee Billie, and Lindsey King, Daniel Bullard. B Honor Roll-Daniel their stories and magic with Brighton. The Friends, share the belief that residents should support their Ashley Escobar. Bullard Lindsey King. dressed as clowns, performed magic tricks and public library system in many different ways. taught safety tips, such as talking to strangers and fire The work of Friends is done with the help of many dedicated, hard working volunteers. Start At the Library And Go Anywhere Friends of the Submitted by Debbie Johns and clay, painting, chess, puzzles, Story times and reading are anoth- Library program Diane Diaz poetry, newsletters, cartoon art and er important part of library enjoy- was founded in Are you looking for lots of computer lab exploration. ment during those hot, sticky or 1971 and has sus- something to do this summer? rainy days — sign up for summer tained for 20 years. Nothing planned? Don’t sit reading soon. They have not only around being bored. You can The Brighton, been instrumental in start at the Billy Osceola Immokalee, Tampa and raising funds for Library and go anywhere. Hollywood libraries will be open libraries all over the This summer you can get Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. till state, but have wild with animals traveling 5 p.m., except in Big Cypress 9 enhanced the lives with us to the chimpanzee a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through of children through and orangutan conservation Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5p.m. on the many different area, unravel a mystery, get Friday. Look for our summer programs they offer. your socks scared off, hear a schedules soon to be posted on Volunteers are the tale, laugh a lot, take flights each reservation for programs driving force behind of fantasy, surf the Internet, beginning in June. Please call indi- the success of the and join a western roundup. vidual libraries for more informa- program and anyone can become a vol- So let the journey begin, not tion: Michael James only in Brighton, but also at Big Cypress: (863) 983- unteer. The current all the Seminole libraries. 6724, Brighton: (863) 763- membership is You can also “go 5520/4236, Tampa: (813) 626- Friends clown entertains preschoolers and staff during visit to Brighton Library. approximately 265. anywhere” at the Hollywood 5765, Hollywood: (954) 989-6840 Dorothy Scott Osceola x 1225/1226, Immokalee: (941) Library with paper mache, 657-3400. Come Out And Support Graduates SEMINOLE COUNTRY — The Kids And Peer Pressure Preschools will be having their yearly gradu- By Michael James better judgement and the common sense God gave ation ceremonies, so please come out and As a kid are you ever faced with tough deci- you. support the graduates on your reservations. sions to make...those especially posed to you from Pressure from your friends can be very diffi- Let us show them how proud we are of them your friends? Sure, we all are. Do you give in to cult to resist. Studies have shown how peer pressure for they are our future Tribal leaders! your friends, whether it is right or wrong? As you can influence one to change their mind from what he Brighton will be on Tuesday, May grow older, you will be faced with some very chal- or she knows is right or wrong. However, these stud- 29, at 6:00 p.m. in the Field Office. lenging decisions. Some of those decisions don’t ies have further shown that if someone stands his or The Big Cypress ceremony will be have a clear right or wrong answer; other decisions her ground on what they know is right or wrong, the on Friday, June 1, 10:00 a.m. at the Cattle deal with serious dilemmas. For example, should I peer backs down. This principle holds true for anyone and Range office. cut class, try cigarettes, do drugs or lie to my parents. in any age group that is dealing with a peer pressure Hollywood festivities will be on Making decisions on your own is a hard situation. Thursday, May 31, 6:00 p.m. at the Tribal thing to do, but when friends get involved and try to Walking away from peer pressure is hard, Office auditorium. pressure you one way or another it gets even harder. but it can be done. Paying attention to your own feel- Immokalee is scheduled for When friends your own age try and influence how ings and beliefs about what is right or wrong can Thursday, May 31, 6:00 p.m. at Immokalee you act, this is called peer pressure. Everyone has save you, as well as give you an inner confidence and Community Park located on First Street. had and will have to deal with this...even adults. strength that will always help you stand firm. It is a “We’ve been working so hard for A peer is a friend or an acquaintance who great feeling to have friends who share your same this day, so please come out and watch might be the same age as you. You may interact with values and who will back you when you feel uncom- us”— Graduates. them at school, church, or a community activity. fortable about doing something. It is a greater feeling Previous graduates in all their finery are all smiles. They are key in influencing your life, and whether when you can also help influence a friend who may you know it or not, their opinion is very important. be easily influenced and find themselves in trouble. any longer a hospital chaplain stopped by and talked You model your style after a peer, your choice of Choose your friends wisely. Join a friend if Villa with her and did more to calm her than any pre-op clothing and actions, and it is only human nature to you see them having difficulty resisting negative sedation had done to that point. The next thing she listen to them and allow their advice. influences. It is powerful for one kid to join another Continued from page 1 recalled was waking up in the surgical intensive care Peers can have a positive influence on you and say simply, “I’m with you, let’s go.” dental examinations to preclude the possibility of unit. ...and a negative influence as well. Positive influ- If you happen to be faced with peer pressure infection from that source during her recovery period “I spent 24 hours in there and then I was up ences may come from admiring their athletic ability, by yourself, there are still things you can do. Stay and beyond should she receive a kidney. There was out of bed. I spent 10 more days in a regular room,” musical or artistic talents. Negative influences come away from the group you see might be doing some- also the obligatory tissue typing and psychological she said. in ways such as your friend trying to get you to cut thing they shouldn’t be doing. Talk to them one on evaluations...no stone was left unturned. The majority Today Josephine is back home and working class, maybe have a beer with them, try a new trendy one. Also find someone you can trust. Talk to your of the test was done in Orlando, coupled with the 15 and enjoying life. Her new kidney is working fine drug or even lie to someone in your family. parents, a teacher, counselor or family member in the or so hours a week at the dialysis center in and the doctor’s visits are getting further and further Because kids seek their peer’s approval, they community. Don’t ever feel guilty about revealing Okeechobee Josephine had very little time for any- apart. She has spent her time readjusting to the free- may give into peer pressure...they want to be liked or something about a friend that may potentially be thing else. Josephine’s daughter Jolene Burton was dom she has gained since she no longer has to go to fit in, they don’t want to be made fun of so they go harming them. Your coming forward may actually very supportive and helped her mother throughout dialysis. In fact she has gained about 45 days a year along with the group. The idea that “everyone is save your friend’s life someday. Sharing your feeling every step of the process. in saved time. She also says that she has developed a doing it” is the greatest influence and best reason to also better prepares you the next time you are faced “The test were finished in May and the profound appreciation for the simple things in life go along with them. Don’t do it! If you know what with peer pressure. results were sent to TransLife for evaluation by a and especially her five children and 12 grandchildren. they are suggesting is wrong or harmful, use your board of physicians,” said Josephine. She never saw the hospital chaplain again “I was accepted July 18th and my name but never far from her faith Josephine says a prayer went into the computer. I was supposed to get a beep- every day for the donor and the donors family. er so the transplant team at Florida Hospital could Josephine Villa lives at Brighton community Teens. . . Everyone Plays a Role notify me if a kidney became available,” said and is a member of the Bird Clan. By Michael James viewpoints as plainly and honestly as you can. Josephine. Adolescence can be a confusing time for A parent’s tone of voice in communication is “I got a kidney before I got both teens and parents as teens undergo many physi- very important as well. Developing a courteous tone the beeper,” she added. It was a cal and emotional changes. A deep need for love and of voice as opposed to gruffness or abruptness can Wednesday morning during her dialy- acceptance by parents and peers is typical, but too prevent hostility. A pleasant tone of voice can pay sis session when the call came. often teens hide such needs in an effort to act grown great dividends in improving relationships that may “At first I was excited and up. Annoying habits such as refusal to wash, poor be strained or distant. Avoid making judgements. It is then worried because both of my manners, and untidy dress are normal ways in which not necessary for parents to approve all of their teen’s daughters were out of town and my children try to become independent. behaviors, however it is important–very important–to first impulse was ‘how am I going to A physical need for extended periods of rest understand the feelings that are involved. get there’.” is normal. Often parents think sleeping late on week- Keeping an open mind and keeping the door Amidst the flurry of unfolding ends and during school breaks is a sign of lazi- open on any subject is equally important. Too often events and excitement at the dialysis ness…quite the contrary, most young people need teenagers avoid discussing things that they think may center Josephine considered her more rest during this stage than any other stage since make their parents or themselves uncomfortable. You options and decided to call her son infancy, and too little rest can result in moodiness. can lose your teen right there. Belittling, humiliating, Dean Youngblood. Dean would cer- Teens desperately need and want limits set and laughing at youngsters can cause deep wounds tainly be at work she thought but she for them. Their appearance is their problem. Setting and short-circuit or completely eliminate lines of called anyway and by some fluke or strict standards is very important, and set them when communication. miracle he answered the phone. it is very important to you. When a parent hears, “I’m Treat all children in the family the same. “He was very excited and the only one who has to...... ” check out the rules with Don’t show favoritism. This can and will make a happy for me,” said Josephine who at other parents. Pay careful attention to make sure each child feel rejected, unloved and jealous of his or her that time was being disconnected from rule is reasonable, clear, and enforceable. Always siblings. Be fair and most of all consistent. Say nice the dialysis equipment with the news enforce the rule you as a parent has set. If one of things. Often parents focus on the negative or poor of her waiting kidney. those characteristics is missing, the potential for con- performance of their children. Upon arrival at Florida Hospital flict increases. Holding family meetings is important. Give Josephine was whisked away to a sur- Communication is the most important thing the teenagers the feeling they are significant...... that gical holding area where one more tis- a parent can establish...... an open line of communi- they have a voice when it comes to family affairs or sue type assessment was made. Her cation. Give your undivided attention when your teen decisions. These special gatherings offer children the thoughts raced in anticipation of the wants to talk to you. When there is a need to talk, opportunity to participate in the decisions of the fam- impending surgery and anxiety don’t read, watch TV, fall asleep, or attend to other ily and to work things out together. When teenagers swelled. Josephine, fearing the worst, tasks. Try to listen calmly, even though there may be become more independent or outspoken, parents may caught herself secretly hoping the a difference of opinion. Often young people test their feel as if they are losing their child. The need for a organ was not a match at all so she ideas in conversation. To communicate, one must be teenager to have closeness with their friends outside could leave, avoid the surgery and willing to listen first and acknowledge their opinions, of the family is important, it is a normal part of return to life on the dialysis routine she even if it is alarming to the parent. Then give your healthy development. was beginning to grow accustomed to. Just as she thought she couldn’t take The Seminole Tribune 5 May 25, 2001 CCommunityommunity NewsNews “Our Moment in Time”: Seminole Casino News Miccosukee Prom Held At Resort BRIGHTON SEMINOLE BINGO The month of June will take you back to AND GAMING — Highway 721, Brighton the days of Elvis, Rock ‘n’ Roll, drive-ins, and By Barbara Secody to more social events than in times gone by, Indian Reservation, Route 6, Box 611, poodle skirts as the casino celebrates the MICCOSUKEE RESORT – For the many are still shy in one way or another. Okeechobee, FL. 34974. (800) 360-9875. Closed Fabulous 50’s. An authentic 50’s style jukebox students of the Miccosukee school, their prom Indeed their moment in time has Mondays and when the last player leaves nightly. stocked with plenty of Oldies will be given night was hailed as the school’s social event of come for them – and for them, life is good. Player’s Club members can still enjoy away to one lucky Bingo player on June 30. the year. The gala extravaganza was held at Everyone enjoyed the evening: fun, food and special 50 percent off savings until the end of Players have all month to collect drawing tickets the exquisite Miccosukee Resort, located west socialization. They also enjoyed all the atten- May when they play bingo on Fridays. Payouts but must be present to win. of Miami, on the Tamiami Trail at Highway tion they drew from tourists who passed by the will still be $150 and $250 per game Starting at 11 a.m. on the 30th 27. open door. Tourists were mesmerized by the (depending on pack purchased). Oldies 95 radio will broadcast live from The Miccosukee school, which is colorful patchwork worn by many of the stu- COCONUT CREEK CASINO the casino while guests stroll around the located within the dents, and some of — 5550 N.W. 40th St., Coconut Creek, parking lot, which will be filled with Administrative the tourists were FL. 33073. (954) 977-6700. Open seven beautifully maintained classic cars. complex on the overwhelmed that days a week, 24 hours a day. Inside from 3 – 5 p.m. and again from 8 reservation, pro- they actually got June 17 the casino will honor all – 11 p.m., $1,000 drawings will take vides education to to see and even fathers on their special day. Three lucky winners place every half-hour. At midnight a 1957 students from pre-K meet some real will win Budweiser golf bags, balls, and more. Chevy will go home with one lucky winner. through senior high Indians. The kids “The Fabulons” will be performing top 40 hits Casino and poker players have all month long school. were very patient and Oldies from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. for this special to collect drawing tickets for this fabulous clas- Approximately 100 with the visitors, event-filled day. sic car. students are who “asked a lot On June 24, the casino will swing to the JPC members bring your card on Sunday enrolled in the of stupid ques- Latin sound of “Chachet” as they perform salsa, June 10 and with bingo admission receipt and school; and most of tions,” laughed meringue and samba plus some top 40 hits. The June’s gamepiece from the newsletter you will them - as well as one student. The group will appear from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and will receive your own pair of Seminole Indian teachers and faculty tourist wanted to include a special performance by Shelina. A grand Casino logo bobby sox. Some sox have hidden - all feel this is a know where their prize given will take place on the 24th – a chauf- stickers worth up to $500 in matinee bingo and good thing because teepees were feur driven limousine ride to Meson Madrid in $1,000 in evening. Sox o’ Cash is for JPC mem- they are able to located and why Boca Raton and dinner for two. bers only. If you’re not a member, you may sign receive more indi- they were not SEMINOLE INDIAN CASINO OF up for free anytime prior to the sessions. vidualized instruc- wearing their HOLLYWOOD — 4150 N. SR 7, June 17, all gentlemen in attendance will tion than those in “usual buckskins Hollywood, FL. 33021. (954) 961-3220 or receive a complimentary gift in the matinee the public schools dresses.” (800) 323-5452. Open seven days a week, 24 or evening session in honor of Father’s Day. of Miami. As the hours a day. Immokalee Casino will host three country On the evening wore on, IMMOKALEE SEMINOLE INDI- concerts this summer. Things start off on evening of May 4, some of the stu- AN CASINO — 506 S. First St., Immokalee, June 9 with The Kinleys and Buckwild. July grades five through dents retired to FL. 34142. (941) 658-1313 or (800) 218-0007. 7 Andy Griggs with Jake Murphy will 12 enjoyed prom their rooms with Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day. appear followed on August 11 when Seminole songstress festivities, which their family or One lucky bingo player will be off on a seven day Paula Bowers will join Mindy McCready for a special con- included a meal fit room mates to get Caribbean cruise for two plus over $60,000 in cash and cert. For information contact Dawn Geis at (800) 218-0007, for a king (and one out of the high prizes will be awarded during a special drawing on May 26. ext. 299. that would have fed heels, suit and ties; Win any bingo game and receive a drawing ticket to be eli- Elaine Tomasic was the winner of the Ford an army). A buffet and to just get gible. Mustang in the Spring Fling drawing on April 28. provided chicken comfortable.

B. Secody Special bingo on the 26th starts at 5 p.m. with four Congratulations Ms. Tomasic. wings, filet mignon, The Prom sets of party games with dis- Remember the casino baby back ribs, was a success and count prices for packs and 2- has started new summer shut- Caesar salad, baked L-R: Bonnie Williams, Wesley Frank and everyone – includ- Valerie Frank. for-1 extras (except tle hours for pick-up and potato, macaroni ing the teachers D.I.Y.’s). Later at the 7 p.m. departure in the Fort Myers and cheese, and staff enjoyed session, packs include twen- and Naples areas. Pick up a lasagna, rolls, nachos and cheese, soda, ice themselves. It was questionable who had the ty regular games paying copy of the new schedule at cream bars - and Jell-O. (This may be the most fun however: the kids or the adults? $1,199 each. Bonanza and the casino or call the Groups first time in h history that there was not Those not spending the night at the Super Jackpot will be a and Marketing Department to always room for Jell-O.) With a spread such resort started on their way home as it started Must Go $5,000 each and have one sent to you. as that, it was a wonder how students, teach- getting late. Most of the students were riding the Bonanza will come off SEMINOLE INDI- ers, staff and guests were able to enjoy danc- with someone; and this author did not notice the board. AN CASINO TAMPA – 5223 ing to the music (provided by a DJ) through- any of the students drinking alcohol during the Also on May 26, North Orient Road, Tampa, FL out the evening. evening’s festivities. the casino is giving away 33610. (813) 621-1302. Open Chairman Billy Cypress was on hand Unfortunately, not all students are cash. Starting at 3 p.m. seven days a week, 24 hours a to share in the fun with the young students and able to enjoy their proms without the use of seven $1,000 drawings will day. staff – who were all dressed elegantly in either drugs or alcohol. As a result, each year many lead up to a $10,000 draw- Congratulations from traditional designs or formal wear. The Tribal students – or innocent bystanders - are killed ing at midnight. Casino and the casino to Mary Leschorn photographer was at the disposal of the young by a drunk driver – or someone who is under poker players have had all who won $112,000 on the Do- people who were encouraged to pose with the influence of some mind-altering substance. month to collect their tickets It-Yourself bingo game May 4. their date or friends under the flowered arch. (See I’m only Seventeen on page 3.) to be eligible for the draw- Mary Leschorn shows off $112,000 check. — Compiled by Libby Blake Some obliged and some did not. Although the ings. younger generation has recently been exposed Dr. Siudmak

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On Hollywood Blvd.& On Taft St.1Blk E. of Presidential Circle Flamingo Rd. Serving Your Medical Needs Since 1967 Evening Hour Available Most Insurance Accepted The Seminole Tribune 6 March 25, 2001 HHealthealth CornerCorner Big Cypress Gets Smaller Submitted By Health and 37 Tribal Employees. vegetables and fruit was served Education Program The Tribal/Community to all who attended the luncheon. A congratulatory lunch- Winner’s Circle included: Men - The meal was concluded with eon was held on April 25 to 1st Place – Les Gopher, 2nd delicious fat-free/sugar-free cake acknowledge all who participated Place – Joe Grasshopper, 3rd prepared by Tracy Summeralls. in the Big Cypress Weight Loss Place – Charlie Cypress. Women Big Cypress Health Educator, contest. The contest was spon- – 1st Place – Wendy Cypress, Debbie Hamilton, who has lost sored by Big Cypress Council 2nd Place – Candy Cypress, 3rd 72 pounds since the birth of her Representative David Cypress, Place – Tara Robbins. children in 1990, presented the Presidential Fitness Program The Employee Winner’s health conscious tips designed to and the Big Cypress Recreation Circle included: Men - 1ST Place encourage weight loss or weight and Health Departments. – Harley Roberts, 2nd Place – maintenance to the audience. This contest, the most Ken Dunn, 3rd Place – Gregory The total weight loss, for this recent in a series of Weight Loss Carter. Women – 1st Place – contest, amounted to 219 pounds. Tommy Benn Tommy contests, had two categories – Tracy Summeralls, 2nd Place – A new contest is under- one for Tribal and community Cecelia Salono, 3rd Place – way with the Weigh-Ins held on members and another for Wilma Brown. April 30 and May 2 and the final Team Seminole - March of Dimes employees from the various Personal Trainer Vicky Weigh-Out to be on August 1. departments on the Big Cypress Barrogiannis presented the cash Congratulations to all of Reservation. Both categories had prizes to all winners with hearty the participants of the Big Seminoles On The Warpath Againt Birth Defects separate subdivisions for men congratulations. A healthful Cypress weight loss contest and and women. The contest included lunch featuring slimming colorful good luck to those in the current By Tommy Benn Spencer Mims finished second overall for Team 56 Tribal/Community Members salads with grilled chicken, fresh contest. BRIGHTON — Team Seminole, 93 members Seminole. strong, marched to the beat of their Seminole Drums to A “Platinum Sponsor,” the Seminole Tribe of raise over $7,000 in the fight to save the babies. Florida also won plaques in three categories for their Annually more than 450,000 babies are born efforts: Chairman’s Club Award for raising over Warning To All Addicts prematurely or with low birth weight. For the past 62 $1,000, Team with the most walkers at 93, and Top years the March of Dimes has saved millions of these Fund Raising Team, contributing over $7,000 to By Barbara Secody addiction - could somehow realize just how danger- babies from certain death. WalkAmerica. In May of 1999, after moving from ous what they are doing is. This drug is an equal When you join WalkAmerica you become a Seminole Team Co-Captains Wendy Johns, Arizona back to the State of Florida, I was diag- opportunity destroyer. You will lose the ability to hero because your efforts will reach programs designed Michelle Thomas and Rita Gopher wish to give a spe- nosed with Hepatitis C. For those who do not know remember that you want to live – and you will no to help these infants who need your help the most. cial thanks to Chairman James E. Billie for sponsoring about this disease, it is probably the newest and longer be able to differentiate between what is and Molly Jolly was the high dollar earner raising the walker’s luncheon and to Jack Smith Jr. for his most deadly epidemic to affect this country in the is not real. If anyone can honestly say they know $500 in her efforts to support this years March of sponsorship of the Seminole Team’s “T” Shirts. last 20 years. It is fatal, and as of yet – there is no what they are talking about – first hand – it is I. Dimes drive. Employed by the Seminole Tribe at The Seminole Tribe of Florida is proud to be cure. It has infected more than four times as many How ironic – that even though I was given an Seminole Aviation on the Big Cypress Reservation, a March of Dimes WalkAmerica sponsor. Americans as HIV, and something as simple as extension to my own life, and thought for all the sharing a toothbrush could put you at risk. Four past 12 years of sobriety that I had “lucked out” – million Americans are thought to be infected with and had been given a second chance – the reality of Hepatitis C – but most of them don’t even know it that old cliché comes into play: “Your past always yet. I would not have known – had I not tried to comes back to haunt you.” Weigh To Go! Immokalee Loses It! donate blood. You all can never know how hard it has None of us know when our time to die will been for me to write this: but it will be more than By B. Secody tion in their attempts at achieving their personal weight come, but knowing we are living on borrowed time, worth it if even one person will remember and use IMMOKALEE, FL — The folks in loss goals. Many have also selected a diet program to has a tendency to make us take inventory of our what happened to me to save yourselves or some- Immokalee are losing it again. With summer just fit their individual programs, and it is reported that lives: our failures and our successes. For me, I am one you love. around the corner, many of the Immokalee community they are taking this year’s contest seriously. An aero- able to claim much success –to which I give all The Seminole Tribe will always be in my are again preparing to greet the season with a slimmer bics program will be forthcoming for those who wish honor and glory to God. As for the failures, once prayers, and I wish good health and continued pros- version of themselves by starting up a new diet con- to take on a more rigorous exercise program. they have been turned over to the Lord, they can perity to all of you. May God bless you. test. They will be dusting off the old bikinis and head- The contest, sponsored by the Health then be forgotten. ing for the beaches - just in time to beat the heat. Department, is a yearly event, and many residents look Since my return to Southwest Florida three Respectfully, The initial “weigh in” date was April 17, and forward to the yearly challenge. Participants stated it is years ago, I have maintained a “coast-to-coast” Barbara (Doctor/Billie) Secody always easier to loose relationship with many old friends (who stood by weight if you don’t my through the years I was gone). When I asked have to do it alone. them about certain people I once knew, I can’t Lecture Open and Free When there is some believe that the very people who were and are competition, you aware of what happened to me – the people I used seem to strive to work Health lecture by ophthalmologist Carla to drink and drug with – have so quickly forgotten Paris Teich, O.D. a geriatric specialist and harder. Participants what that stuff can do. also say that they try macular degeneration expert. A common eye I have read the Seminole Tribune and there disease affecting older adults. to encourage each have been many stories, which have lamented the other when they see To be held on Wednesday, June 27, passing of some young person, either killed in a car 2001, at 2:30 p.m. Call 954-963-0200 to regis- someone starting to accident, shot, stabbed or overdosed. lose interest or having ter. At NorthPark, A Classic Residence by I wish all the young people – correction – Hyatt, 24800 North Park Road, Hollywood, a hard time getting all those people who are hopelessly lost in their started. FL 33021 For the record, most of those dieters who attended a recent campaign din- ner in Immokalee did very well. However, there were a few that were busted – sneak-

Barbara Secody ing back for seconds – (and we won’t men- L-R:Vicky Barrogiannis; Charlie Cypress; Wendy Cypress; Tracy Summeralls; tion any names), but Cecelia Salano; Wilma Brown; Ken Dunn; Harley Roberts the majority hung tough and stayed true to their commitment for the 12 weeks following, contestants will try their to themselves to peel off those unwanted pounds. best to win the contest. This year’s prize for the Although the twelve weeks may seem to drag biggest “looser” is some great exercise equipment. by, participants are commended for their efforts and The participants have been seen pedaling, have been encouraged to stick it out – and do this thing walking and running around the Immokalee reserva- for themselves – and no one else. Good luck to all! Hope Is On The Horizon For ‘Dual Diagnosed’ Patients By Benny Secody, CAAP II and the second or third diagnosis should always be a Long before society had ever heard of dual team effort between the counselor, patient and a diagnosis in reference to mental disorders, it was licensed psychiatrist once pharmacology comes into affecting a large percentage of mental health patients. play so that the patient’s medication will work for him Professionals are still learning to distinguish the addi- – not against him. tional disorders from familiar addictions such as alco- Many times counselors – during an intake – hol and drug abuse. Often, the symptoms overlap; will defer the diagnosis on Axis II (799.90) – due to making it hard to distinguish where one stops and the their lack of credentials to do so. They create their ini- other begins. tial treatment plan with other staff and the client, to An individual may be referred to a substance include individual counseling, group therapy and activ- abuse facility without being properly assessed for addi- ities and education on early recovery. They help the tional mental problems. It is usually not until the indi- client to set short term goals for themselves: goals that vidual is well into recovery that the second mental are not too overwhelming for someone new into recov- health problem surfaces. The patient could be doing ery. They will help the client to learn discipline and well with abstinence from his addiction, but shows abstinence. signs of paranoia or aggression. While the patient was Although society has come a long way in the a full-blown drug addict, the behavior was blamed on treatment of mental health illness and addictions (dual that particular addiction. Health care professionals diagnosis), amazing treatments are on the horizon – were unable to distinguish between the patients’ behav- soon to be approved - which will revolutionize mental ior from the addiction -for example- alcohol depend- health treatment and recovery from addiction. In a ence (303.90-DSM-III), cocaine dependence (304.20- recent article in the News Press, the Associated Press DSM-III), cannabis dependence (304.30-DSM-III) and shared an article regarding the mapping of the human that of schizoaffective disorder (295.70-DSM-III), genome, which may include new cures for drug addic- major depression (296.3X/recurring-DSM-III), or even tions and restoration of mental health. It shows prom- a bipolar disorder (296.5X depressed-DSM-III). ise to someday replace prisons with pills. Dr. Peter Today, students of psychology and sociology McGuffin of the Institute of Psychology, Kings majors have their work cut out for them with the recent College in London, England – and other experts are discovery of the myriad of second or even third disor- touting that finding genes that influence human behav- ders plaguing a patient. Extensive study and education ior may lead to the discovery of drugs that treat or pre- has become necessary for those individuals going into vent some of the major problems that confront society. these fields. A counselor needs to acquire the ability “The sequencing of the genome will to detect symptoms of these second or third disorders improve our ability to identify the genetic risk factor during the initial assessment. Specific questions may genes for a whole variety of conditions, from addiction be asked to help determine the nature and severity of to criminality to anti-social personality,” said Dr. Eric the problem. Knowledge of the DSM IV Manual – Nestler of the University of Texas, Southwest Medical with emphasis on the Axis I – Clinical disorders/Other Center in Dallas. “This is going to be an enormous conditions that may be the focus of clinical attention, advance for this field.” They report that the many Axis II – Personality Disorders/Mental retardation, forms of mental illness are poorly controlled with the Axis III - General Medical Conditions, Axis IV – current medications - many of which have side effects Psychosocial and Environmental Problems and Axis V that limit their usefulness. The different reactions to – Global assessment of functioning - is necessary at the drugs could be caused by the differences in genes. intake to help assess the possibility of a second or third With all of the exciting new concepts and disorder prior to creating the initial treatment plan. treatments in the works - hope is finally here for all of Individuals often try to self-medicate them- these people who previously did not dare to hope, for selves, which could be fatal for the patient. Many psy- fear of failure. Possibly today’s young people will see chotropic drugs – when interacted with the actual the day come when mental health is a thing of the past, addiction, i.e. cocaine or heroin, will almost always be offering a promising future for everyone. disastrous for that patient. Treatment for the addiction The Seminole Tribune 7 May 25, 2001 Livestock Trade Show And Conference By Tommy Benn Cayman Islanders fed and export staggering number OCALA — The 31st Florida International of turtles annually from its homeports, as does the Agriculture Business Trade Show and International Seminole Tribe. Livestock Conference was held at the SouthEastern Leroy Baldwin President of the exhibit this Livestock Pavilion in Ocala, Marion County Florida year was pleased with the turnout, although the num- May 6th through May 10th 2001. bers of visitor were down from past years. “I believe This years topic is Livestock in the Tropics, its due to the Hoof and Mouth Disease outbreaks right up the ally for the newly acquired Seminole many people not wanting to travel”. replied Baldwin. Tribe of Florida / H K Cattle operations coming soon “We here in Florida have been taking every precau- to Big Cypress Reservation. tion to ensure that an outbreak doesn’t come to The Seminole Tribe of Florida took this opportunity Florida at the host Hotel and every entrance to any to showcase its HK Cattle (Red Brahman Herd) pur- building we have placed sterilized foot mats and chased from Texas. These cattle have been purchased have insisted that they be used. On every ranch and to hit the International market who tend to prefer the farm visited on the tour the participants were as to

Tommy Benn Tommy Red Brahman cattle in their breeding programs. wear rubber booties for safety and their shoe sani- Favored by many South and Central American tized” Baldwin explained. Corriente cattle liked what they were fed by Lubbock Feeders. Countries to up grade their base cow genetics for From farm implements to tractors various higher quality off springs. Targeting both breeding animal breeds both horses and cattle. Truck livestock stock and marketable beef. Dinah Weil marketing specialist for Bellamy And Seminole Team Up the tribe with the H K program greeted many of her old friends from the 16 counties repre- By Tommy Benn Doug Kaba manager of the Lubbock Feeders sented at the annual convention and trade show. LUBBOCK, TEXAS — The Seminole has offered various programs for consideration. Back Ms. Weil is the past secretary for the Tribe of Florida and The Bellamy Brothers, Howard grounding cattle on grass, feeding various weight cat- American Brahman Breeders Association, serv- and David finished their small joint venture with a tle, fitting any specialized needs that may arise. ing in this position for over 10 years. Her con- profit coming back to the Tribe. The Bellamy’s has The fed lot has a capacity to handle 50,000 tracts with overseas buyers, and knowledge of purchased a fed lot in the northwestern town of head of feeder cattle having generally favorable feed- US Custom rules and regulations ins and outs Lubbock. And always looking for an investment ing conditions than locations warmer weather and are unmeasurable. These factors will and her opportunity the Board purchased a small herd of less snowfall than further North. working ability of the cattle industry is a great Mexican Coriente steers to feed out. The feed lot has a railroad spur capable of asset to the tribe. As the tribe set forth in this The 206 Steers were fed 212 days longer handling 15 railroad cars at a time. Its grain storage venture of marketing H K seed stock animals, than we had anticipated but necessary due to the capacity is scheduled for up to 640,000 bushel of semen and frozen embryos to foregone trade.H uncommonly cold and snowy weather in Texas. We corn, and 6 million pounds of roughage fed. K Red Brahman cattle are recognized world didn’t reach our dollar objective but were happy with Lubbock Feeder’s favorable weather, rail- wide as the leader in the Red Brahman indus- the results and we made money. We got our feet wet road access and foodstuff storage will keep Lubbock try. and understand the operations more now and plan to Feeders competitive with other area feeders vying for Ms. Weil, along with CO-owner and Benn Tommy invest with the Bellamy’s again in the near future. a higher profit. partner with the Seminole Tribe of Florida Dinah Weil Sen / H-K Cattle with Equadorian Group. The Bellamy’s Lubbock Feeders has offered “We got our feet wet, the return was fair, not Larry Jannsen have sold and shipped H K Red to partner with us the Seminole Tribe of Florida on a great but fair and with the Bellamy’s as partners Brahman semen, embryos and seed stock to 50/50 basis. Matching the Tribes’ dollar for dollar, they’ll be watching closely too. If you have some- over 40 countries in past years and plan to have an trailers veterinary supplies insect and pesticides that’s what they’re bringing to the table as an equal thing to lose you tend to watch things more attentive- aggressive campaign to expand the H K customer spraying machine and foggers if it build or manufac- partner. ly.” Alex Johns. market base Nationally and Internationally. tured for a working ranch it was at Ocala for the Calixto Garcia-Velez tribal advisor to for- viewing. eign affairs greeted and helped aquatint the market- “The week long meeting and tradeshow ing of the H K Cattle to many of his old friends and have had mixed results” explained 4-H Appreciation Luncheon acquaintances from the Caribbean, South and Central Larry Barthle of Barthle Brothers Ranch, located in American cattle breeding countries. San Antonio Florida. The By Janice Billie With a figure of a prize winning hog depicted on it Sem Pro Feed another Seminole Tribe of Barthle Family specializes in Brahman Big Cypress ⎯ Residents of the Big the plaque is to remind them that their hard work is Florida iniquity’s booth was manned by Jimmy Mac Cattle and American Quarter Horses. We tend not to Cypress community and parents of the 4-H Swine appreciated. Daniels. Mac Daniels was making contacts with sev- have immediate sales from the tradeshow. Our results Club members took the time to recog- eral Island Nations who must import all their feed come by referrals than direct sales, but the annual nize Benny and Robyn Hernandez for grains needed for their various livestock ventures. event has been profitable for us and has opened new all their hard work, time and effort in The Cayman Island group was also interested in the area for sale of our cattle and horses. keeping the program running smoothly. turtle food manufactured by Sem Pro Feeds. The It was planned as a surprise and indeed turned out to be a surprise for the hon- orees. They gathered at the Morgan Smith Cattle and Range Building to Robertson Sells 2001 Calf Crop enjoy ribs, steaks and side dishes pro- vided by the families of the club mem- By Tommy Benn commodity grain feeders feeding out record 650,000 bers. BRIGHTON RESERVATION — Natural to 700,000 cattle annually. Benny Hernandez is a long Resource Director of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, The calves sold as usual by weight, frame time tribal employee working in differ- Don Robertsonsold the entire 2001 calf crop from and sex (heifers and steers). Light 400 pounds medi- ent areas but mostly as caretaker of the both Big Cypress and Brighton Reservation. As well um 500 pounds and heavy 585 pounds with a 10-cent Junior Cypress Rodeo Arena grounds as allthe board cattle projects; Board Cattle #1, the slide and a 2% shrink at shipping. The calves are to and livestock. He and his wife Robyn, Miccosukee Land Lease and Board Cattle #2,the be ready for delivery and shipment the end of July. an employee at the Ah-tah-thi-ki Parker Island herds. Sparks has purchased cattle from the Museum have managed and coordinat- Seminole Tribe of Florida from the Superior ed the 4-H Swine Club for the past two Video in years past and has seen a steady years. increase in the production and quality of the

Paul Buster was on hand to Janice Billie South Florida cattle. Last year, ‘2000, Cold provide some mood music and to pres- Water Cattle negotiated with Don Robertson and ent Benny and Robyn with a plaque. Benny and Robyn Hernandez proudly display plaques. Brighton Board Rep. Alex Johns to purchase all the calves from the Parker Island Land Lease. Pleased with the production ratio and the carcass yield he offered to buy the Seminole Tribe of Florida saleable calves off both Seminole Reservations and the Seminole Board’s two cattle operations for the 2001calf crop. Johns invited Sparks to come to Florida to survey and cruise the cattle before he purchased the cattle. Sparks excepted the offer and made his way South to inspect the the cow calf herd opera- SCOTT H. CUPP tions. “Don and I had made plans to spend a day or two with Mr. Sparks, but ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW when we met he had only one question” stated Alex Johns. “Where do you get your breeding CRIMINAL LAW bulls?” Johns replied, “from East Texas, Black Brangus Bulls from Steiner’s “XS”, Blazack’s Mound Creek, Donnie Robertson’s Flying “B” and from your own Cold Water operations.” All four breeding operations use basically the same gene pool. “It’s in the Genes.” The proof is in the pudding and the pudding is called money. With that Sparks concluded that he’d seen what he came to see. He wanted to purchase the entire 2001 Seminole calf crop and again

SCOTT H. CUPP, P.A. Benn Tommy offered to purchase. Robertson and Johns sharp- ened their pencils and began to put the numbers 663 WEST COWBOY WAY Celeste Billie records information at processing plant. together, reaching an agreement equitable to both sides P.O. DRAWER 2250 (863) 675-2888 A $30.00 per head front money was agreed to, payable when the contracts were sign sealed LABELLE, FL 33975-2250 FAX (863) 675-3044 Willard Sparks’ Cold Water Cattle Company and delivered. The sale will also be free of any video of Germantown, Tennessee sales commissions which is estimated about $8.00 purchased the entire 2001 calf crop. Sparks and Cold per head. Water Cattle Company is one of thenations largest Paula’s Furniture AmericanIndianOutreach WE SPECIALIZE IN LOG BEDS The Florida Department of RUSTIC FURNITURE Transportation – the largest contracting agency in state government – runs a Native American DRUM COFFEE TABLES Outreach Program seeking people interested in pursing contracts with the FDOT. 413 S.W. PARK STREET Don’t be left behind. If you or a family OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 member are interested in pursing contracts with the FDOT, or have any questions con- 941-357-6700 cerning the Native American Outreach pro- gram, please call me, at (954) 370-3900. MENTION YOU SAW THIS AD AND RECEIVE A EVERYTHING FOR YOUR COUNTRY HOME ALSO SAVING YOU MONEY 10% DISCOUNT ON YOUR NOT SO COUNTRY HOME WE DELIVER The Seminole Tribune 8 May 25, 2001 The Seminole Tribune 9 May 25, 2001 SPORTSSPORTS Big Cypress’s Extreme Boar Hunting By Ernie Tiger BIG CYPRESS — March 2,2001 Hunting out on the 70,000 acre Big Cypress Reservation, has it many advantages. Compared to hunting in other areas in the state of Florida. Were the lands are pressured by hunters and campers year round tromping through it’s forest. Keeping the wild game in the area tuned into the sights and sounds of humans. The Big Cypress Reservation, which is only accessible by Seminole Tribal Citizens only, is one of the still unspoiled areas in Florida were wild

animals can still be viewed or hunted E. Tiger without the interruptions, you would find at other hunting destinations in

Libby Blake the state of Florida. The two types of Naha Jumper and Happy Jumper pull the hog to shore. species of wild pig found out on the Big Cypress Reservation. The Piney Jay Hoffman, Okeechobee charter holder and certified referee, explains VNEA rules to Nicole (back to wood Rooters and RazorBacks pigs, day out with tribal citizens Naha Jumper and Happy camera), Russell and Juanita Osceola, and Virginia Billie. which were both, domesticated. Are hunted on this Moses Jumper Third. We caught and released two abundant hunting game area for its meat and money Wild Boars and one Sow. With guide Happy Jumper value. Were tribal citizens on the Reservation sell the saying “That it wasn’t unusual two capture a three pigs. To a nearby hunting preserve called Safari were hundred pound pig like the boar caught that day.” Warm-Up For State Pool the members collect cash for different sized pigs. Being my second time out on what I will call an The hunting found on the Big Cypress extreme hunt. I was a little more willing to jump of Reservation is an experience in a class of all it’s own. the customized swamp buggy into the hammock. To The Black Boar, which is probably the most notori- help wrestle a two hundred-pound plus pig with the Tournament Held In Immokalee ous animals, found in this area. Have been tromping assistance of guide Naha Jumper. And two dogs to through these lands since the early days of 1500’s. the ground to be tied, weighed, and photographed By Libby Blake “Seminoles” and “Boogie Men” were the When Spanish explores brought over the pig over for before being released. IMMOKALEE — Immokalee hosted its highest placing teams with Tribal citizen players. food on their journey to the new unexplored territo- Tribal Citizen Naha Jumper who has cap- annual pre-state Valley National Eight Ball “Seminoles” team consists of Councilman David ries. When released in this fertile land, were lush tured and released more than 350 pigs on the reserva- Association (VNEA) tournament on Saturday May 5 Cypress, Tony Billie, Randy Clay, George vegetation blankets most of tion says “The he doesn’t believe in at the Pool Barn. The event was open to all pool play- Grasshopper, Anthony Falcigno, and Andy Tennant. the territory. The domesti- shooting the pigs, its to easy. If ers but played under VNEA rules. This was the sec- “Boogie Men” includes brothers David, Danny cated pig flourished in its you’re a real hunter and you’re look- ond year for the tournament, which helps league play- “Boogie,” and Dallas “Dusty” Nunez along with new habitat. Feeding on the ing for that intense feeling of hunting ers get ready for the Florida state event held this year teammates Chris Close and Danny Meara. abundant indigenous fruits something. The feeling you’ll get by in Tampa May 10 – 13. (See Nunez Brothers Place Tribal citizens Virginia Billie and Carlene and roots. Which the native actually capturing a wild boar on Seventh In VNEA in this issue.) Osceola finished third and fifth, respectively, in the animals found in these foot is far surpior to any pig you’ll This year saw nearly double the players com- women’s nine-ball. areas have never fed on. ever shoot.” Although the guides say pete in team, scotch doubles, and men’s and women’s For The Record: Team: 1st place – Classics, Giving them an unlimited they he has killed some of the pigs nine-ball events. Also this year, players had to pay to 2nd place – Dale Breland’s, 3rd place – Outsiders, 4th supply of food on which to captured. “It was only because the compete. Team entry was $100 with all other events place – Wise Guys, 5th place – Patch Grabbers, 6th feed on. And destroying size of cutters that were on the boar.” $20 each. All entry money went into the prize fund place – Sharp Shooters, and 7th place (tie) – many potential farming Which are the elongated teeth, which with some additional monies added by Big Cypress Seminoles and Boogie Men. lands for farmers. extend from the lower jaw, are meas- and Immokalee Recreation and Councilman David Scotch Doubles: 1st place – Javier and Beth, Since the early ured for potential trophy boars. Cypress. 2nd place – Debbie Alfrey and Al Koklys, 3rd place – days of the Indian Removal Wither the pigs are killed or not the Play started at noon with the team event and John Pent and Elisha Huson, 4th place – Kathy Act in 1800’s, three hun- large population of pigs found on the continued until 4:30 a.m. Cinco de Mayo celebrations Phillips and Rich Shaw, and 5th place – Danny Meara dred years after the foreign reservation will not be diminished. at the neighboring ballpark provided players with and Peggy Nunez (wife of Boogie Nunez). pig was introduced to But help keep the population to a other entertainment as they waited their turn to shoot. Women’s 9-Ball: 1st place – Debbie Alfrey, Florida. Seminoles were minium. The pigs, which are foreign Also, the Eastern Indian Rodeo Association was in 2nd place – Elisha Huson, 3rd place – Virginia Billie, taking full advantage of to the land, destroy croplands and town with a full program starting at 5 p.m. next door 4th place – Tara Spiney, and 5th place – Carlene this opportunity of food E. Tiger uproot indigenous roots. To the point at the Youth Rodeo Arena. Osceola. and money, while evading of killing them without the chance to Immokalee pre-school PAC and 4-H sold Men’s 9-Ball: 1st place – Rich Shaw, 2nd the capture of US. Troops. Naha Jumper caught a 300 pounder. reproduce. Killing the foreign animal food at the concession stand until the wee hours rais- place – Jim Rose, 3rd place – John Pent, 4th place – The wild boar, with its vast or transporting the pig only keeps ing money for their programs and keeping the shoot- Javier, and 5th place – Al Koklys. populations found in the the population of this animal to a ers well nourished. everglades. Provided easy food and money for the minimum. Were if the animal was not hunted, it Seminoles during these times. The wild boar, which could possibly over take an area. Were they having is now usually hunted in the occasional pig hunting no potential predators, which feed on them. Besides tournament or for money. Is one of the more exciting the Florida Panther which are found in small popula- Brighton Archery Shoot hunts I think anyone can ever experience. The first tion in this area. By Janice Billie Sonny Frank of Hollywood who took first place in Brighton — In the second round of qualify- scores at the first round in Big Cypress came in third ing shoots for the Native American Indigenous Games with 183 points. The next two shot only one round 2002, Tribal citizens arrived at the Brighton Archery and placed as follows: Marvin Bowers – 88 points, ! Range on the morning of April 28 to take aim at rack- Clinton Holt – 61 points. In the women’s division WE’VE GOT YOUR TICKET ing up points for a spot on Team Florida. Rose Jones of Brighton scored 153 points. In the It was a picture perfect day weatherwise, youth division, Clinton Bowers also of Brighton although some might argue that it was a little too scored 59 points. warm. The Brighton range is quite extensive with The next scheduled round is to be held at the some twenty targets set in an area covering a large Big Cypress Archery Range on Sat., June 2. This will Life is too short to sit in the back . . . part of the hammock located behind the Fred Smith be the third of ten qualifying rounds. Entrants in each Rodeo Arena. division must shoot a minimum of eight qualifying The competition started at the scheduled time rounds for your scores to count towards a spot on We offer up front seating for of 10 a.m. and finished around 2 p.m. including a Team Florida. The average score from the best eight break for lunch. A tough course of twenty targets for rounds will be used and the highest average in each u u two rounds totaling 40 shots was completed by most category will represent Team Florida. So if you’ve Concerts Theatre of the entrants. missed any shoots so far this will be your last chance ADMIT ONE u Chris Osceola from Hollywood led the pack to start for qualification. Hope to see you there. If you Sports Local & in scoring for this round with 206 points. Coming in a need any more information please contact Steve close second was Parker Jones with a score 191. Young at Hollywood Recreation at (954) 989-9457. Nationwide events Nunez Brothers Place Seventh ULTIMATE TRAVEL & At State VNEA Tournament ENTERTAINMENT By Libby Blake TAMPA – The Nunez brothers, “Boogie,” “Dusty,” and David, along with A FULL SERVICE TRAVEL AGENCY teammates Chris Close and Danny Meara placed seventh in the top division of the Florida State Valley National Eight-Ball CALL TODAY Association (VNEA) tournament held at the Doubletree Hotel in Tampa May 10 – 13. The team, appropriately named the “Boogie Men,” advanced undefeated to the “Golden Eight” in FOR CONCERT & SPORTS TICKETS the State division where the top teams compete head-to-head for the coveted first place posi- tion. (305) 444-8499 or (800) 881-8499 David Nunez also placed thirteenth, out of 364 entries, in the singles competition. All men, or women, compete equally regard- FOR TRAVEL (305) 445-6566 or (877) 445-6566 less of skill level in singles play. Teams are Libby Blake ranked by where they finished in their individ- ual leagues with the top third placed in the Motown BoyzRoy Garza, Isaac Rodriguez, Mario Posada, “State” division, the middle third in the “Expert” division, and the bottom third in Ralph Sanchez and Rene Barba (kneeling). “Sportsmen.” Upcoming Events “Seminoles,” captained by Tony Billie and Andy Tennant, failed to place in the State division with Councilman David Cypress, O.B. Osceola, but put on a fine display of pool skill throughout the George Grasshopper, Randy Clay, Anthony Falcigno, competition. r ‘N Sync r Madonna In the Expert division “Motown Boyz” also finished in the seventh position. The team is captained by Ralph Sanchez with players Roy r Brooks & Dunn r Rod Stewart Garza, Mario Posada, Isaac Rodriguez, and Rene Barba. Motown Boyz was required to move up to Expert after capturing first place in r Aaron Carter r Depeche Mode last year’s Sportsmen event at the state tourna- ment. Highest place finishers, of Tribal sponsored r Poison rOzzfest teams, in Sportsmen division were “Fox and Houndz.” This team was captained by David’s wife, Anita Nunez with fellow players Tony r Aerosmith rDave Mathews Band Carter, Sean Tucker, J.W. Davenport, and Dean Autrey. Finishing sixteenth were the “Play’AZ” r r team from Immokalee. Maria Billie, wife of Journey Florida Marlins Assistant Recreation Director David Billie, cap- tained the team that included Roy Cantu, Juan Operated by Grand Residents Salinas, Marciano Calderon, Mike Alvarado Jr., Libby Blake and Libby Blake. Congratulations to all players and teams who represented the Seminole Tribe at this year’s Boogie Men advance to the “Golden Eight.” VNEA tournament. The Seminole Tribune 10 May 25, 2001 Howard Tiger Fishing Tournament By Ernie Tiger th st and Noah Jim 14 pounds 13 ounces, 7 place – Ernie BIG CYPRESS- The 1 Annual Howard and Clyde Tiger 14 pounds, 8th place – Sonny and Tiger Memorial Tournament, which took place May 4 Bronson 13 pounds 2 ounces, 9th place – Danny – 5 was one of the tougher fishing tournaments that Rodriguez and Jason Grasshopper 12 pounds 2 had taken place out on the Big Cypress Reservation ounces, 10th place – Hank Nelson and Chris Osceola this year. The L-28 Interceptor, which runs north and 12 pounds, 11th place – Milo Osceola and Allen south past Alligator Alley where this years tourna- Ulrici 11 pounds and 2 ounces, 12th place – Miguel ment took place, has lost considerable amounts of and Greg 9 pounds 9 ounces, 13th place – Jason water due to the drought which has plagued South DiCarlo and John 3pounds 12 ounces, 14th place – Florida this year. The lower water levels caused the Howard Tommie and Tommie Billie 3 pounds, 15th largemouth bass, usually plentiful in the canal, to place – Philemon Bowers and Remus Griffin 2 move to deeper water depths where they were stacked pounds 9 ounces. in tight schools. This made the bass even harder for Thanks to the generous sponsors of the 1st the anglers to locate in the already muddy waters. Annual Howard Tiger Memorial Tournament: Despite these conditions the tournament did Big Cypress Recreation, Councilman David Cypress, Libby Blake not go without good fish being caught. Big Cypress Immokalee Council Representative Elaine Aguilar, anglers Jerome Jumper and Fred Haberman took an Immokalee Recreation, and Hollywood Recreation. Bowlers Sammy Gopher, Rosie Billie, Arica and Shane Buck are still awaiting final bowling results. early lead during the first day weighing in their bag limit (per day) of five bass at 13 pounds 2 ounces. They were followed closely by Frank and Abe with 12 pounds 6 ounces, whose 5 pounds 2 ounces bass took Biggest Fish hon- Cinco de Mayo At Gathering Of Nations ors. Strategy helped the Mike Tiger and Immokalee Rodeo Arena For The Record: OK; 2nd place – Dolores Teen Girl’s Jingle: 1st Moses Jumper team, who dropped anchor with For The Record: Goodeagle (Osage/Sac-n-Fox) place – Challis Beetso (Navajo) 10 pounds 13 ounces for the day. “We found DANCE COMPETITION: Anadarko, OK; 3rd place – Sanders, AZ; 2nd place – Tahnee Sanctioned events: Bareback Riding: 1st place – fish and just stayed on them all day,” said the Koty Brugh 10 pts. with a 74, 2nd place – Adam Turtle 9 Women’s Fancy: 1st Charlene Cozad Williams (Apache/Navajo) teammates. place – Bonnie Tomahsah (Osage/Potowatomi) Hominy, Tempe, AZ; 3rd place – Kendra pts. (62). Steer Wrestling: 1st place – Robbie Chalfant 10 The second day of fishing brought pts. (time 5.19 sec.), 2nd place – Naha Jumper 9 pts. (Comanche) Apache, OK; 2nd OK; 4th place – Mabel Cozad Redhouse (Navajo/Hopi) Mesa, new weather and hope for anglers who did not place – Shelly Bointy (Kiowa) Anadarko, OK. AZ; 4th place – Shalene Nelson (5.61), 3rd place – Dean Conrad 8 pts. (7.33). fair well on the first day of fishing. A light Saddle Bronc: Ground $ - Koty Brugh and (Dakota/Ottawa) Lawrence, KS; Golden Age Men (Navajo) Window Rock, AZ; 5th breeze out of the west moved heavy cloud 3rd place – Crystal Cleveland Northern: 1st place – Herman place – Meredith Hedgepeth Michael Henry. Calf Roping: 1st place – Josh Jumper 10 cover east of the tournament giving anglers the pts. (20.85), 2nd place – Billy Joe Johns 9 pts. (29.38), 3rd (Ho-Chunk) St. Paul, MN; 4th Logan (Winnebago) Milwaukee, (Cherokee) Hollister, NC. chance to sight cast on fish that were still bed- place – Tanksi Clairmont WI; 2nd place – Lorren Teen Girl’s Traditional: place – Alphonso Tigertail 8 pts. (29.74). ding. Some anglers took advantage of the Breakaway Roping: 1st place – Clarissa Bowers (Rosebud Sioux) Denver, CO, 5th Sammarypo (Northern Pauite) Ft. 1st place – DaLynn Alley morning feeding, which was not available the place – Laverne Scabbyrobe Duches, UT; 3rd place – Norman (Otoe/Seminole) St. Louis, MO; 10 pts. (6.06), 2nd place – Shelby Osceola 9 pts. (16.8). first day during the tournament, bringing in Breakaway Roping (50 and over): 1st place – Billy Joe (Navajo) Yakima, WA. Largo (Dine) Brimhall, NM; 4th 2nd place – Deana Deer some of the bigger fish caught during the tour- Women’s Jingle: 1st place – Wayne Crowfeather (Kiowa/Ponca) Wichita, KS; 3rd Johns 10 pts. (6.45), 2nd place – Earl Kirkland9 pts. nament. (11.88). place – B.J. Komancheet (Hunkpapa Lakota) McLaughlin, place – Michelle Flyingman One of those teams who was able to (Seminole) Indianhoma, OK; 2nd SD. (Cheyenne/Kiowa) Albuquerque, Team Roping: 1st place – Marvin Bowers/Amos find the fish needed to position during the last Tiger 10 pts. (9.32), 2nd place – Marty Johns/Adale place – Jennifer Hamilton Golden Age Men NM; 4th place – Celia Redbird day of the tournament was Tom Koenes and (Arikara-Hidatsa) Tonkawa, OK; Southern: 1st place – Lewis (Cheyenne) Pasedena, CA; 5th Driggers 9 pts. (17.27). Ground $ - Jeff Johns/Todd Johns, Fred Phillips. They weighed in their final five Rodney Osceola/Reno Osceola, Michael Henry/Robert 3rd place – Gladys Two Eagle Cozad (Kiowa) Anadarko, OK; place – Summer Baldwin (Lemhi fish of the tournament at a total of 22 pounds (Rosebud Lakota) Wisconsin 2nd place – Darrell Moore Shoshone) Ft. Hall, ID. Youngblood, Paul Bowers, SR/Rudy Osceola, Alphonso 13 ounces bringing them all the way from Tigertail/Josh Jumper, Billy Joe Johns/Robbie Chalfant, Dells, WI; 4th place – Yvette (Pawnee/Otoe) Glenn Heights, Teen Boy’s Fancy: 1st eighth to third place. Ewalk (Nakota) Anadarko, OK; TX; 3rd place – TC place – LyDall Yazzie (Dine) Jason Grasshopper/Naha Jumper, Moses Jumper Jr./Happy Jerome Jumper and Fred Haberman, Jumper. 5th place – Reva Hayes (Standing Ahkeasko (Kiowa) Flagstaff, AZ; 2nd place – Tyson who had an early lead in the tournament, fell Rock Hunkpapa) Rapid City, SD. Vander Wagen, NM; 4th place – Draper (Navajo) Kirtland, NM; Barrel Racing: 1st place – Ayze Henry 10 pts. from first to fourth place after day two weigh- (17.271), 2nd place – Holly Johns 9 pts. (17.313), 3rd Women’s Northern George Howell 3rd place – Danell Hill (Oneida) in – even though they took Second Biggest Buckskin: 1st place – Jodi (Pawnee/Cheyenne) Euless, TX. Milwaukee, WI; 4th place – place – Shelby Osceola 8 pts. (17.329). Novice Barrels: Fish honors with a 4 pounds 11 ounces catch. 1st place – Jade Braswell 10 pts. (17.287), 2nd place – Gillette (Lakota) Bismark, ND; Women’s Elders (70 +): Isaiah Bob (Navajo) Yatahey, The team’s lack of success allowed Frank and 2nd place – Rose Ann Abrahmson 1st place – Dawn Littlesky NM; 5th place – Corey Reeder Reba Osceola 9 pts. (18.471). Abe and Mike and Moses to tie for first place Bull Riding: 1st place – Koty Brugh 10 pts. (73), (Lehmi Shoshone) Ft. Hall, ID; (Lakota) Kyle, SD; 2nd place – (Kiowa/Dine) Dulce, NM. when they brought in a remarkable 27 pounds. 3rd place – Dustina Abrahmson Auralia Stacona (Warm Springs) Teen Boy’s Grass: 1st 2nd place – Doug Fish 9 pts. (72). All around cowboy: Other fishermen, who faired well dur- Koty Brugh – 20 pts. (Shoshone Bannock) Ft. Hall, ID; Warm Springs, OK; 3rd place – place – Keeno Gallegos ing this tough tournament, included Team 4th place – Linda Standing Myra Burgess (Comanche) (Comanche) Denver, CO; 2nd Steve Young and Bo Young. They stayed consis- (Dakota) Saskatoon, Sask., CAN; Apache, OK; 4th place – Grace place – Lee Jack (Dine) Indian tent during the tournament, moving from sixth to 5th place – Joyce Hayes (Sho- Tsonetokoy (Kiowa) Carnegie, Wells, AZ; 3rd place – Ryan fifth place, with a total weigh of 15 pounds 11 Ban) Ft. Hall, ID. OK. Standing (Dakota) Edmonton, ounces. For The Record Women’s Southern Men’s Elders (70 +): 1st CAN; 4th place – Ron Lodgepole In addition to cash prizes awarded at I would like to apologize from myself, Sonny and Buckskin: 1st place – Rebecca place – Floyd Moses (Pawnee) (Cree) Rocky Boy, MT. the tournament all anglers had a chance to Carlene to all the fisherman who participated in the First Hamilton (Sac-n-Fox) Pawnee, Anadarko, OK; 2nd place – John Teen Boy’s Northern receive gifts at a raffle. Assorted gifts were Annual Howard Tiger Memorial Fishing Tournament for OK; 2nd place – Dannielle Whiteshirt (Arapaho) Pawnee, Traditional: 1st place – Troy awarded during lunch, which was provided by the misunderstanding within our family. Primeaux (Otoe) Jones, OK; 3rd OK; 3rd place – Henry Tomahsah Becenti (Dine) Farmington, NM; Hollywood Recreation. I would also like for you to know that we did not place – Jacqueline Tsonetokoy (Comanche) Apache, OK; 4th 2nd place – Lyle Nelson (Navajo) For the Record: 1st place (tie) – Mike keep any of the prize money (Receipt # 3284717 dated (Kiowa) Carnegie, OK; 4th place place – Theodore Evans (Dine) Window Rock, AZ; 3rd place – Tiger and Moses Jumper/Frank and Abe with a 5/8/0l) as recorded by the Accounting Department. – Shayne Hughes (Otoe) Jones, Chinle, AZ. Kyle Etsitty (Dine) Phoenix, AZ; total 27 pounds, 3rd place – Tom Koenes and Please do not let this keep you from entering the OK; 5th place – Delaine Tiny Tots – Girls: 1st 4th place – Wayne Holliday Fred Phillips 22 pounds 13 ounces, 4th place – next tournament and please accept our apologies and thank Snowball (Shawnee) St. Louis, place – Symone Paskemin (Cree) (Dine) Salt Lake City, UT; 5th Jerome Jumper and Fred Haberman 21 pounds you for participating. MO. Gallivan, Sask., CAN; 2nd place place – Tyvin Hoskie (Navajo) 14 ounces, 5th place – Steve and Bo Young 15 — Ruscilla, Sonny & Carlene Tiger Women’s Cloth: 1st – Jensen Peone Window Rock, AZ. pounds 11 ounces, 6th place – Charlie Cypress place – Ponka-We Victors (Spokane/Colville) Ford, WA; 3rd Teen Boy’s Southern (Ponca) Wichita, KS; 2nd place – place – Camille Summer Johnson Straight: 1st place – A.J. Leading Emerald Keen (Omaha) Omaha, (Alabama-Coushatia) Livingston, Fox (Pawnee/Otoe) Pawnee, OK; NE; 3rd place – Yvonne Sadongei TX; 4th place – Ariann Sheka 2nd place – Ron Goodeagle 17th Annual Herman Osceola (Kiowa/Comanche) Shawnee, (Cheyenne) Ft. Defiance, AZ. (Osage/Comanche/Sac-n-Fox) OK; 4th place – Janet Saupitty Tiny Tots – Boys: 1st Flandreau, SD; 3rd place – (Comanche) Lawton, OK; 5th place – Christopher Morphen Nashaba Simmons place – Sandy Tate-Nevaguaya (Navajo/Ute) Albuquerque, NM; (Choctaw/Kickapoo) Little Axe, Basketball Tournament (Ponca/Sac-n-Fox) Apache, OK. 2nd place – Hiram Gleason OK; 4th place – Hyde Toppah By Janice Billie Men’s Southern Fancy: (Navajo) Newcomb, NM; 3rd (Kiowa) Weatherford, OK; 5th BIG CYPRESS — The 1st place – Dwight White Buffalo place – Ben Conny Weedy place – Bubba Komahcheex 17th Annual Herman Osceola (So. Cheyenne) Sisseton, SD; 2nd (Comanche) Norman, OK; 4th (Seminole) Indianhoma, OK. Basketball Tournament was held place – Michael Roberts place – Arthur Schrock on May 4 and 5. It turned out to (Choctaw/Chickasaw) Ada, OK; (Kiowa/Pueblo) Albuquerque, DRUMS: be thirty hours of superb basket- 3rd place Joe Bointy NM. Northern Drum ball, displaying some of the best (Kiowa/Comanche/Arapaho) Jr. Girls Fancy: 1st Contest: 1st place – Bear Creek: teams and talent in Seminole and Lawrence, KS; 4th place – Jeffery place – Toni Dee (Dine) Lead Singer – Kevin Syrette: Miccosukee country. McClellan (Sac-n-Fox) Perkins, Montezuma Creek, UT; 2nd place Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, CAN; This annual tournament OK; 5th place – Randy Moore – Desiree Redhouse (Navajo) 2nd place – White Fish Juniors: is dedicated to the memory of (Otoe-Pawnee) Geronimo, OK. Mesa, AZ; 3rd place – Nikollane Lead Singer – Harvey Dreaver: Tribal member and Big Cypress Men’s Northern Fancy: Kanuho (Dine) Tuba City, AZ; Victoria, Sask., CAN; 3rd place – resident, Herman Osceola, son of 1st place – Poncho Brady 4th place – Wynema Redbird Meskwaki Nation: Lead Singer – Ruby and the late Roy Nash (Hidatsa/Arikara) Newtown, ND; (Navajo) Chinle, AZ; 5th place – Lydell Bear: Tama, IA; 4th place Osceola. Herman graduated from 2nd place – Wayne Silas (Oneida) Tessa Sunkey (Dine/Apache) La – Walking Buffalo: Lead Singer – Clewiston High School and went Lawrence, KS; 3rd place – Jerry Plata, NM. Clayton Kernotch: Debden, Sask., on to join the United States Cleveland (Ho-Chunk) Widells, Jr. Girls Jingle: 1st CAN; 5th place – Tha Tribe: Marines in 1980. He was killed in WI; 4th place – Larry Yazzie place – Shayleen Primeaux Lead Singer – Wayne Silas Jr.: a helicopter accident in South (Meskowaki/Navajo) Phoenix, (Dine/Lakota/Sioux) Bloomfield, Lawrence, KS. Korea in 1984. It was to honor AZ; 5th place – Cortney Yarholar NM; 2nd place – Yoklot Southern Drum and remember a young man who (Sac-n-Fox/Otoe/Creek) Norman, Cornelius (Oneida) Oneida, WI; Contest: 1st place – Bad believed in doing the right thing OK. 3rd place – Lovelle Pachoa Medicine: Lead Singer – Joe Fish that this tournament was started Men’s Grass: 1st place (Dine/Apache/Sioux/Pueblo) Dupoint: Carnegie, OK; 2nd seventeen years ago.

– Randall Paskemin (Cree) Sacramento, CA; 4th place – place – White Tail Singers: Lead It has become one of the Janice Billie Gallivan, Sask., CAN; 2nd place Jolynn Thompson (Navajo) Singer – Tim Grant: Macy, NE; more popular tournaments of the – Wesley Windy Boy Chinle, AZ; 5th place – Alyssa 3rd place – Young Bird: Lead Seminole and Miccosukee basket- First place winning team “Big Cypress Warriors.” (Assiniboine Cree) Rocky Boy, Woody (Dine) Bloomfield, NM. Singer – Curtis Hamilton: ball tournament circuit. A total of MT; 3rd place – Julius Not Afraid Jr. Girls Traditional: Pawnee, OK; 4th place – Cozad: nineteen teams signed up for this (Crow/Lakota) Allen, SD; 4th 1st place – Cheyenne Gwin (Sac- Lead Singer – Larry Cozad: years competition with four teams Caryn Billie was named Most Valuable Player. place – Lakota Clairmont n-Fox) Pawnee, OK; 2nd place – Hominy, OK; 5th place – being turned away due to the time element, making it The championship game in the men’s divi- (Rosebud Lakota) Lakewood, Charish Toehay (Kiowa/Osage) Southern Thunder: Lead Singer – the largest in this tournament’s history. sion was battled out by Trail (I) and Big Cypress CO; 5th place – Wanbli Charging Anadarko, OK; 3rd place – Kyle Tippas: Stillwater, OK. Beginning on Friday evening at 6 p.m., the Warriors. The Warriors came in the finals undefeated Eagle (Lakota Sioux) Eagle Raetawa Yazzie (Dine) Flagstaff, Southern Women’s final game ended after 5 a.m. on Sunday. Double beating this Trail team very early in the tournament Butte, SD. AZ; 4th place – Utania Nelson Back Up Singers: Bad Medicine, elimination made it possible for any team to get that and setting up the potential of Trail having to beat the Men’s Northern (Navajo) Window Rock, AZ; 5th Carnegie, OK. second chance to vie for the championship and for Warriors twice if necessary. It did come down to them Traditional: 1st place – Brando place – J’shen Tsosie (Dine) any spectator to enjoy what turned out to be not only playing two for the championship thanks to a lethal Jack (Dine) White Cone, AZ; 2nd Phoenix, AZ. MISS INDIAN exemplary athletic competition but also great enter- jump shot that Amos Huggins of Trail utilized place – Nathan Largo (Dine) Jr. Boys Fancy Grass: WORLD CONTEST: tainment. throughout the first game. If he missed any of these Brimhal, NM; 3rd place – Charles 1st place – Rylon Gwin (Sac-n- Best Interview: Ke In the women’s division, it came down to jump shots it’s hard to remember. The Warriors held it Hindsley (Ho-Chunk) Shiprock, Fox) Pawnee, OK; 2nd place – Aloha Alo (White Mountain Saige & Eve’s (Trail) against the Lady Seminoles of down for awhile with some excellent rebounding by NM; 4th place – Terry Thumb Jonnie Johnson (Navajo) Apache/Hawaiian/Samoan) White Hollywood hustling it out for the championship. Both Duane Tigertail and stolen ball plays by Marl Fiddler (Lakota) Rapid City, SD; Kirtland, NM; 3rd place – Mountain, AZ and N. Shore of teams made excellent showings in the earlier hours Osceola. It was close all the way down to the last sec- 5th place – Osceola Red Shirt Graham Primeaux (Otoe Ponca) Hawaii. but considering the 3:20 a.m. start for this game it onds when Trail scored for a 50 – 49 win. (Oglala) Greensboro, NC. Shawnee, OK; 4th place – Elden Public Speaking: Ke was obvious sleep deprivation was a factor. Lady In the second game, it was another case of Men’s Southern Owens (Dine) Gallup, NM; 5th Aloha Alo. Seminoles made a good start but Saige & Eve’s sleep deprivation and fatigue setting in and the other Straight: 1st place – Shude place – Corey Etsitty (Dine) Best Talent: Raynel apparently got a second wind because they could do team seemingly gaining a second wind. Warriors Victors (Ponca) Wichita, KS; 2nd Phoenix, AZ. Olney no wrong in this final match, winning the champi- dominated the second game with a twelve point lead place – Ralph Haymond (Pawnee) Jr. Boys Traditional: 1st (Yakima/Shoshone/Bannock) onship, 45 – 28. Team members were Nora Billie, by the half. A clear sign of fatigue on Trail’s side was Pawnee, OK; 3rd place – Ronnie place – Kiowa Cozad Yakima, WA. Caryn Billie, Elizabeth Huggins, Jacquelin Osceola, two missed free throws by Huggins. Taking an early Goodeagle (Sac-n-Fox) (Kiowa/Osage) Hominy, OK; 2nd Dance Contest: Trina Brina Cypress, Stephanie Huggins, and Sheila Tiger. lead and keeping it, Big Cypress Warriors became the Flandreau, SD; 4th place – place – Alister Misha (Dine) McGahey (Ojibwe/Delaware) 2001 Herman Osceola Tournament Champions with a Wahkeen Hamilton (Pawnee) Window Rock, AZ; 3rd place – Chippewa of the Thames First final score of 44 – 26. Team members were Arnold Tonkawa, OK; 5th place – Terry Weston Tso (Navajo) Chinle, AZ; Nation, Ontario, CAN. Cypress, Frank Wells, Duane Tigertail, Bronson Hill, Tsotigh (Kiowa) Del City, OK. 4th place – Ryan Cody Nelson Miss Congeniality: Marl Osceola, Remus Griffin and Charlie Frye. The Golden Age Women (Navajo) Window Rock, AZ; 5th Marion James (Lumbee) North Most Valuable Player trophy went to Remus Griffin Northern: 1st place – Pearl place – Roderick Slim (Dine) Carolina. of Ft. Pierce. Sammarlye (Colville Bluff, UT. Second Runner-Up: First place finishers received jackets and the Confederated Tribes) Ft. Duches, Teen Girl’s Fancy: 1st Genevieve Markussen championship team trophy, a beautiful brass eagle. UT; 2nd place – Sylvestine place – Shamaray Yazzie (Dine) (Yurok/Karuk/Yacqui) Shasta Second place winners received sweatshirts and a team Shields (Pawnee/Otoe) Shawnee, Flagstaff, AZ; 2nd place – Lake, CA. trophy, a glass eagle. By all standards the 2001 OK; 3rd place – Edith Yazzie Urseloria Kanuho (Dine) Tuba First Runner-Up: Herman Osceola Basketball Tournament was a grand (Dine) Chinle, AZ; 4th place – City, AZ; 3rd place – Jolynn Jessica Black success in many ways especially for promoting and Patricia Logan (Ho-Chunk) Begay (Navajo/Hopi) Salt Lake (Gwich’in/Athabascan) supporting our people in athletics, sportsmanship and Milwaukee, WI. City, UT; 4th place – Jodi King Fairbanks, AK. dedication. The Big Cypress Recreation staff led by Golden Age Women (Oneida/Ho-Chunk) Oneida, WI; MISS INDIAN Janice Billie Jack Gorton did a great job keeping the schedule run- Southern: 1st place – Linda 5th place – Patricia John (Navajo) WORLD 2001 – Ke Aloha Alo. Women’s winning team “Saige and Eve.” ning smoothly, cleaning the courts, manning the score Tsonetokoy (Kiowa) Carnegie, Rock Point, AZ. tables and staying awake. The Seminole Tribune 11 May 25, 2001 Rodeo Pros And Woes By B. Secody percent Spanish descent, it would be safe to say that Jumper, number two PROS: nearly the entire town came out to the “Seminole son of Moses Jumper DAVIE, FL — The Davie Five Star Rodeo Wind Youth Ranch” to participate in the annual Cinco Jr., in the number one is considered one of the premier professional rodeo de Mayo events being held there. Although many slot for money - win- companies in the industry; and is a big deal for pro- though it was a Police convention, actually, ning 10 points for his fessional cowboys and cowgirls. To be invited to ride Seminole’s finest was there – in full force - basically 20.85 time. “Old in this prestigious event was quite an honor for some ‘on call’ to handle any situation which might arise. timer” Billy Joe Johns of the young junior bull riders of the Seminole Tribe They were among the thousands of folks who showed he still has of Florida. enjoyed the host of activities provided throughout the what it takes as he and day. The weather could not have Alphonso Tigertail bat- been better, and many enjoyed tled for second place – basking in the sunshine while Johns taking it by a others preferred to keep cool and mere .44 of a second. check out the events from under The cowgirls the big chickee near the took first and second Seminole food stand. place honors in the While a pool tournament was Breakaway Roping cat- going on indoors, outside was a egory as Clarissa celebration of music, festivities, Bowers of Brighton fun, games and foods from the received her 10 points various cultures represented at for first place with a the festival. The main attraction 6.06 score – actually of the day, however, was the beating out the winner Cinco de Mayo rodeo – hosted of the 50 and over cate- B. Secody by the Immokalee Seminole gory, Billy Joe Johns, Calgary Johns making her very first turn. Community. who scored 6.45. Scheduled to begin at 5 p.m., Shelby Osceola of events were held up for half an Hollywood came in second with nine points and a Tiger snapped up a first place check and 10 points hour – in hopes that David score of 16.8. Second place in the over 50 break- with their impressive 9.32 performance. Marty Johns DeHass and the Hollywood par- away event was Earl Kirkland, who picked up nine and Adale Driggers eventually finished in second ticipants would soon arrive. This points with his 11.88 score. place turning a time of 17.27 – and each receiving was not to happen. To the disap- Team roping drew 10 teams in competition. their nine points and second place money. pointment of everyone, DeHass’ Even those favored to win came upon hard luck that Barrel Racing scores were close; and with- truck broke down enroute, and as day. Even those “seasoned” cowboys like Moses out the latest in time technology, the first place hon- ors would have been shared by Ayze Henry (who

B. Secody usual, he had everyone – as well Jumper Jr., Paul Bowers, Billy Joe Johns and Robert as everyone’s horses – with Youngblood – all who have been around since dirt – actually took first place) – with her score of 17.271; Marty Johns getting ready to put steer down. them. Rodeo officials started the had a bad day. The team of Marvin Bowers and Amos Holly Johns – 17.313; and Shelby Osceola – 17.329 events upon hearing that points. Hundredths of seconds don’t seem like much those Hollywood cowboys to your average “Joe”, but for these On April 28, seven (7) of Seminole’s finest and cowgirls would be a no show. hard-working young ladies – it meant young bull riders donned their chaps and spurs and A magnificent presentation by the the difference between eight, nine or headed to the Bergeron Rodeo Arena in David, to lovely young cowgirls, followed by Emma 10 points; and a first, second or third compete in the Junior Bull Riding event. Bull riding Johns of the Brighton Reservation – who car- place purse. Novice Barrel racers Jade is considered “the most dangerous eight seconds in ried the American flag through the Star Braswell and Reba Osceola took first professional sports, and for the brave riders who take Spangled Banner, made way for the Grand and second place respectively with on this challenge, those eight seconds is a rush of Entry. It was an impressive demonstration that 17.287 and 18.471 scores. pure adrenaline. left an emotional lump in the throats of most The main and final event of the Those who participated in competition were all spectators that afternoon. It made people Cinco de Mayo rodeo was the bull-rid- all from the Hollywood reservation. The seven riders feel as proud to be an American, as did the ing event. The two winners – also a did a great job, and two riders – Thomas Jasper and Cinco de Mayo event makes the Spanish peo- very close call – were Koty Brugh with Stephen Billie both scored 48 points – tying for first ple about their own culture. a score of 73 – barely inching out place. Nick Jumper pulled a 42 with Doul Gore on The first event on the program was Doug Fish who ended the event in sec- his heels with 35. Brandtly Osceola, Huston Osceola the bareback riding. South Dakota cowboy ond place with his score of 72. Brugh and Jack Turtle followed in the scoring respectively. Koty Brugh took first place and racking up 10 was named All Around Cowboy, but They all deserve a big pat on the back for their points – scoring an impressive 74 for his near- all cowboys and cowgirls deserve con- efforts. perfect ride. Adam Turtle took second place gratulations for their efforts. Everyone Junior bull riding was the only event the with nine points – and a score of 62. showed good sportsmanship – even Seminole cowboys participated in, and that event was Steer wrestling was next up with a with the close scores. They know first on the list. Steve Osceola and David DeHass long list of contenders vying for a top spot. there is always next time, and many were – as usual – among the crowd cheering on these Robbie Chalfant received first place and 10 stated that it was good practice day for young bull riders, along with parents and friends who points with a score of 5.19 followed by Big them. also showed their support and encouragement. Cypress cowboy, Naha Jumper, who received The next rodeo on the calendar is nine points for his 5.61 second take down. scheduled to take place in Volusia WOES: Dean Conrad placed third with eight points County (Deland, Florida) during the IMMOKALEE — Appropriately named and a 7.33 score. weekend of May 18 and 19. Those Cinco de Mayo (May 5) was a day for celebration of The Saddle Bronc riders were few who made it to the finals will partici- freedom and sovereignty for the Spanish people and far between; and again, Koty Brugh pate I this event, but everyone is throughout the world – with the small Florida com- picked up his check for first place, with B. Secody encouraged to go up there and root on these young athletes who have done so munity of Immokalee being no exception. With Michael Henry taking second. Koty Brugh - all-around cowboy. Immokalee’s population being comprised of nearly 75 The calf-roping event left Josh well throughout the season. The Seminole Tribune 12 May 25, 2001 The Seminole Tribune 13 May 25, 2001 Do you know what BSE is? have not signed a certificate certifying that Hoof none of their cattle have been fed any feed It stands for Bovine Spongiform containing mammalian derived tissues. Continued from page 1 Encephalopathy better know as Mad Cow Locally the Okeechobee Livestock Seminole In Alaska clinical signs after an incubation period of 10 Disease. This is another problem facing the Market has issued a letter you must sign stat- to 14 days. United States’ cattle industry presently. ing you as a producer have not fed any mam- A single case of HMD will have an Recently worldwide media attention malian derived protein in order to be able to impact on every phase of the United States’ to BSE has been implemented to reassure sell your livestock. Lost In The Hospital billion dollar annual animal and animal by- consumers that every possible step is being Do your part. Do not feed any mam- product markets. All animals exposed to the used to keep BSE out of the United States. malian-derived protein to your livestock. Feed virus must be destroyed to prevent the spread The Food and Drug Administration adopted containing mammalian-derived protein has to The Story so far . . . This is Part 3 in a series about a of the deadly disease. regulation 21 CFR 589.2000 prohibiting the be identified with a warning on the label. Use Seminole woman and her family’s year 2000 living in a remote part Make yourself knowledgeable of the feeding of any mammalian-derived protein of any such feed should be avoided. Keep all of Alaska. Suffering with a brain injury, Seminole Linda Osceola tell-tale signs and act quickly if you suspect (meat & bone meal) to any cattle or other record up to one year concerning all animal Fredericks and her son are air-lifted (first by helicopter, then by jet) any animal to be infected. ruminant animals. protein ingredients that you supply your cattle from her homestead in the Alaska outback to a Seattle hospital. The U.S. Department of Agriculture Beef packers and processors as well with. Keep representative copies of labels has set up a toll-free telephone hot line to as retail operations have established certifica- with your records from each type of feed you e landed in downtown Seattle at a municipal airport and respond to questions from livestock producers tion programs for suppliers to insure that they purchase. Ranch inspections may be per- were taken by Ambulance to Harborview Medical Center and consumers regarding the outbreak of have not been receiving any cattle that have formed by the Food and Drug Administration Woverlooking the city. Philemon had traveled from –20 HMD. The number is (800) 601-9327. The been feed mammalian derived protein. to verify that prohibited sources have not been degree weather to 50+ degree weather in a few hours without being phone center is staffed by veterinarians and Participating packers in the certification pro- fed to cattle. able to change his clothes. He tells me that he felt very strange import/export experts from the USDA Animal gram have made it clear they will not except standing around in his heavy winter clothing with nobody else around and Plant Health Inspection Service. or purchase any cattle from producers who being dressed like that. The Medical center was very full so there were no rooms open 9-ball competition was held. Players had st available when we arrived. After going through ER, I had to be out Senior Scotch Doubles: 1 place – into the Surgery Recovery room. The doctors found out that I had Candy to pay a $20 entry fee to participate. Divisions Juanita and Russell Osceola, 2nd place – were for both men and women with play rd two aneurysms in my brain, in different locations. They would have Continued from page 1 Annie Jumper/Joe Junior Billie, 3 place – operated the next morning, but I had to wait a day because a car acci- again running into the wee hours of the morn- Mabel Osceola/Ronnie Doctor, 4th place – ing. Complete winners in all events follows. th dent came in and the victims had to be taken care of right away. a souvenir. They also came in handy when the Louise Osceola/Harley Roberts, 5 place – All this time I was just laying there, not knowing much. air conditioning in the gym Alice and Buddy Sweat. st Philemon was all alone in the hospital waiting room of a strange city. kicked into high gear as the night Youth Boys: 1 place – Ray My husband was flying out by bush airplane to catch a commercial became morning. Yzagguire III, 2nd place – Nathan Billie, rd th flight from Fairbanks to Seattle. People all over were praying for me. Top winners in each 3 place – Tony Tommie, 4 place – I thank God for that now, because I was in no condition to pray for division received a special com- Josh Garza, 5th place – Jordon Jones. st myself. memorative jean jacket besides Youth Girls: 1 place – Nina Frias, My husband arrived in the late evening of the 22nd. the $600 first place money. The 2nd place – Esmerelda Billie, 3rd place th Philemon had already been in the waiting room for over 24 hours. youth received gift certificates to – Ashley Billie, 4 place – Phalyn Although it was important for me to be operated on, my husband was the mall. Second through fifth Osceola, 5th place – JoJo Osceola. st glad that he had a chance to see me before I went into surgery. places each received $500, $400, Men: 1 place – “Boogie” Nunez, On the morning of the 23rd I went into surgery. The doctor $300, and $200, respectively. 2nd place – Woody Wilson, 3rd place – th told me that if they found the aneurysm that was bleeding, they could This year’s winners in Jack Billie, 4 place – O.B. Osceola, postpone operating on the other one for about a week. If they had to the adult division turned into a 5th place – Elrod Bowers. st operate on the other one also, it would be a much longer and more family affair. “Boogie” Nunez Women: 1 place – Theresa difficult operation. Fortunately, they started on the one that needed took top honors among the men Boromei, 2nd place – Jamie Osceola, rd th attention the most. while sister Theresa (Nunez) L. Blake 3 place – Linda Jones, 4 place – My son Mike, his family, and my adopted sister Anita and a Boromei out shot the ladies for Laura Clay, 5th place – Janel Billie. st friend of hers came from Florida the next day but I was too groggy first place. Scotch Doubles: 1 place – Louise from surgery to remember it well. Philemon went to stay with them Annie Jumper and Joe L-R: Jojo Osceola; Ashley Billie, Esmerelda Billie; Nina Frias Jim/Elrod Bowers, 2nd place – Virginia and Juanita Osceola. rd at their hotel about 20 miles from the hospital. That was a big help Junior Billie placed top among Billie/Raymond Garza, 3 place – for Philemon because his endurance had been severely tested by then. the seniors in singles division but Linda Billie/Charlie Cypress, 4th place – For the Record: th My husband stayed in the waiting room a day longer until he had to settle for second when they combined st Crystal and Jamie Smith, 5 place – Verna could find a hotel that was walking distance from the hospital. He forces in the scotch doubles and lost in the Senior Men: 1 place – Joe Junior Billie/Ricky Doctor. Billie, 2nd place – Russell Osceola, 3rd place st did not want to risk being away from me any more than he had to. In finals to Juanita and Russell Osceola. th th 9-Ball Women: 1 place – Charlene his worried condition, driving through the city would have been just Top youth singles winners were Nina – Keno King, 4 place – Buddy Sweat, 5 Haynes, 2nd place – Louise Jim, 3rd place – place – Eugene Bowers. th too dangerous. For the first couple of days, he says that he was even Frias, who won it from the winners bracket, st Reina Micco, 4 place – Theresa Boromei, getting lost just walking around the hospital. I was not always aware and Ray Yzagguire III, who battled his way Senior Women: 1 place – Annie 5th place – Betty Osceola. Men: 1st place – Jumper, 2nd place – Alice Sweat, 3rd place – nd rd of it at the time, but he was there, either in the waiting room, or later from the losers bracket and had to beat an th th Javier Chirino, 2 place – Mario Truz, 3 in my hospital room, almost every minute that he could be. undefeated Nathan Billie twice. Juanita Osceola, 4 place – Louise Billie, 5 place – Glen Olson, 4th place – Angel place – Louise Osceola. th Everything went better than expected with the first operation After the Memorial tournament an Chirino, 5 place – Corey Penrod. and I had my second operation on February 29. They had to go a lot deeper for that one and I had a black eye from it for about two weeks. All tee times start at 12:56 p.m. I was doing pretty good, so the doctors started talking about discharg- Women will play from the red tee. Senior men (50 and over) ing me. My son Mike had to go back to Florida about March 6, so Calling All Golfers will play from the white tee. Junuor men (18 and under) will play from Philemon went to stay with his dad at the hotel near the hospital. the white tee. Men (19 to 49) will play from the blue tee. On March 9th I was to be discharged to go back to Here is the schedule for Hollywood’s Qualifying rounds for Follow all USGA rules. Ball is to be played down. Everything Fairbanks. My husband came to the hospital that morning with some Team Florida. is stroke play. Count all strokes and penalties. No Gimmies. Have clothes for me to change into, but pretty soon he noticed that some- All reservation are welcome to play. someone in your group keep your score card. Sign your score card and thing was not right. I did not know what he was going on, but he told Ten rounds scheduled at Bonaventure C.C. (must play mini- turn it in to the pro-shop. the nurse that I was not communicating like I usually do. The nurse mum 8 rounds). Saturday, June 9th on the west course for $24 green Only the top two in each division will represent Team Florida told the doctors, who started checking me out. They discovered that fee. Saturday, June 23 on the east course for $29. Saturday, July 7 - at the 2002 Indigenous Games in Winnipeg next summer. some blood vessels in my brain had begun to spasm. west course - $24. Sunday, July 15 - east - $29. Saturday, August 4 - Any questions contact Bo Young at the Hollywood recreation — Next issue: A slow recovery, a son strikes out on his west - $24. 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954-760-7600 The hiring of an attorney is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience. The Seminole Tribune 14 May 25, 2001 John Wayne Huff Focuses On Community Alex Johns’ Campaign Speech By Michael James served as Brighton Board reminded the large gathering of his *Transcript from Tampa campaign dinner. done. BRIGHTON — In a pre- Representative. constituents that someday all of I just want to start off and thank everyone We just sold our calves. A lot of people are election interview with the Other issues that Huff the young people are going to for accepting me and supporting me here in Tampa, I afraid to change things. For the last 15 years we’ve Seminole Tribune, John Wayne addressed included restoring pride need a home. know when I first come down here two years ago sold our calves on the Livestock Video Sales Huff shared some of the key issues in the Brighton Community “We have good people in and tried to run I was nervous, ... I’m still nervous, Superior. I took initiative this year to change it. I of his campaign and platform. For through such projects as cleaning good positions that are willing to but I’ve got a lot more confidence now than I did didn’t think we were getting the best prices. I got a Huff, communication between work. We have the equipment then. I know what it takes to do a good job now. I little opposition from some of the cattle owners. council and communities is a for home sites and we should have the utmost confidence that I’m the right person They were so used to selling them on video they major issue that he will work be ready to respond to the for the position. And I appreciate you all coming out thought that’s the way to do it. This year we went to improve. needs of the people. I want to and supporting us here today. out privately and got bids on the open market from “Communication is do this for the people. We Some of the new business ventures I’ve other cattle buyers and it proved to be successful. We just not there anymore. We should not have to rely on out- brought to the tribe…the Board side has sort of been came in with about a 5 cent a head average over used to have community meet- side contractors,” said Huff. still for about the last fifteen years. There’s only what the video sales brought at the same time as well ings....how come we don’t do Huff also said that he been two new business ventures brought to the board as not having to pay the 2 to 3 cent a pound commis- that anymore?” Huff told the wants to make seniors the pri- previous to me. The whole reason the board exists is sion. We saved the tribe a substantial amount of Tribune. Huff used examples ority they once were. The same for economic development for the Tribe. It’s not nec- money by doing this. such as the Hard Rock goes for Tribal youth. essarily the charitable side that’s the council’s posi- We got the Brangus Bull heard up to 100 Café/Hotel proposal. “If we can spend $40 tion. Some of the things I campaigned on last time, it per cent. This is another reason why our calves are “It was on the agenda million for a jet we certainly really took a Councilperson to do. I didn’t know that bringing top dollar. We actually have a product now 14 times yet the community could invest something for our until getting in the clique and learned how every- that everybody wants. We were going the wrong way knew nothing. . . same thing kids,” he said. He plans to thing goes. with our bull heard; we were using the wrong type of with Dream Catcher,” he said. begin by improving access to One of the things I started was the Brighton bull. Now we’ve got the type of bull that’s working Huff is firmly com- recreational facilities by adding Tucker Ridge Shell Pit. One of the main reasons I for the market. mitted to the idea that every- staff. Huff also plans to have a wanted to get the shell pit going was we had a bunch The big project I got done was the cattle thing should go to the commu- community meeting for ‘kids of holes out in Brighton we were trying to swim and range building. This was largely with the support nity first, not as he said, “jump only’ so they can have some around in. They were littered with beer bottles just of Mitchell Cypress and the Tribal council. We got over the community.” input and be able to learn about mud holes is all they were. the building done in six months time and within “Everything jumps how the political process The EPA tried to come in and fine the budget. It’s a beautiful building, we’re going to have over us and when things don’t works. Seminole Tribe to clean these holes up. After the grand opening and I want to invite everyone go their (Council’s) way they In the hours following researching them we found the BIA caused this prob- down and let them walk through the building. There back up to the community,” the election, John Wayne Huff

Michael James lem, and they were the same departments as the are a lot of personal touches to it. There are 42 cattle said Huff who promised fair learned of his victory in the bid department of the Interior. I went to Washington, owners in Brighton. Everybody’s brand is engraved and equal access to the Council John Wayne Huff for Brighton Council D.C. to talk to the lobbyist there. We didn’t cause in the tile. We used cypress wood throughout There’s Representative should he be Representative. He took time to this problem. The BIA did and I don’t think we a lot of personal touches throughout and I’m proud elected. share this thought with the should pay to clean it up. of it and I’d like everybody to come down for the “I want your input but I up SR 721 and accelerating efforts Tribune, At that same time we also lobbied with grand opening. also want to be your voice,” said to get people housed. Huff also “I would just like to them to dig a recreational lake for the Brighton com- As far as the charitable functions that I’ve Huff who also added that he said that improving the relation- thank the people who stood behind munity. This is where we have the 4th of July activi- help support: I’ve supported everyone that’s ever would promise to be available ship between the community and me during this election. I would ties, barbecues, and volleyball tournaments. It was come to me, every event, I’ve tried, that my budget “24/7.” the council would go a long way also like to thank the entire com- just sort of an eye sore but it was all we had in would allow. I’ve supported softball, Tee Ball, golf, “I’ve done that before,” to restoring pride. munity and I will include everyone Brighton, so we decided to clean it up and we got a bowling, I’ve put on rodeo bull riding clinics for the he said referring to the time he As far as housing, Huff if they voted for me or not.” reclamation plan in place. When it’s done it’ll be a youth, and I’ve sponsored dance classes, Tai-Kwon- 21-acre recreational lake with chickees, beaches, Do and fishing tournaments. We held our first annual floating docks and water slides. It’s going to be a hunting tournament in Brighton this year. It was a nice area that people can go to for recreation. hog-hunting tournament; Marty Johns won. We had Paul Bowers Hosts Campaign A lot of the material that’s coming out of it near Thanksgiving and everybody liked it. the lake is going right to the community. We’re We had our first annual mud bog. JR Huff building house pads with the material… the pre- and David Snow, it was their brainchild, they school pad, the clinic pad, the new cattle and range thought it would be a good activity for Dinner In Immokalee pad, the new swimming pool pad. All of this material Thanksgiving. We actually had over 200 tribal mem- By B. Secody the community. came from the Tribe, from our pit at a discounted bers come out and participate in the mud bog. Paul Bowers of the After presenting his plat- price so this saved a lot of money. Probably half the Anywhere from babies in strollers to kids on 4 Big Cypress reservation has form, Bowers invited questions cost it would have been if they’d have had to go out- wheelers, motorcycles, we had foot races, mud bog thrown his hat in the political from those in attendance. side the Tribe to buy the material. races, and I think we’re going to continue to do this. arena, and is vying for the Following the blessing of the The main thing with the pit, it was devel- We also had our first annual barbecue cook- position of Big Cypress Board food presented by Louise oped to make money. Three months into the business off. We had 12 teams that came down. I don’t think Representative – a seat current- Motlow, he invited everyone to we’re out of the red and showing a profit. At that we had any teams from Tampa so next year I’d like ly held by Mondo Tiger. join him and his family in a deli- time we decided to go ahead and upgrade our equip- to get someone from Tampa to come down and par- Bowers is no stranger cious meal of barbeque chicken, ment. We had old equipment in there so we had to ticipate. All the guys were bragging and actually it to politics, as he previously ribs, potato salad, beans, deserts go back in the hole again and purchase brand new was a girl that won the barbecue rib cook off – served on the Board of and soft drinks. equipment. Some of it runs around $250,000 apiece. Theresa Nunez. Directors for Big Cypress in Bowers is of the Panther We’ve been in business now for exactly one year and I supported the March of Dimes functions 1996-1998. He feels he would clan. He is the son of Mary Ann right now the pit is generating about $10,000 a week that we put on. The sobriety walks, the Christmas, like to reclaim this position to Cypress Bowers. He is originally and we’re just getting started. The potential is huge Thanksgiving, Indian Day, and 4th of July. provide additional monetary from the Brighton reservation. for this thing. If I’m back in again I’d like to see this As far as education field trips…I’ve partici- generating projects for the Big After completing high school, he pit continue. I think this is going to be a good source pated in them and I’ve attended some of them. The Cypress community. attended college in Lawrence, of income for the Tribe. critter hunts I went with the kids and we had a good On Tuesday, April 24, Kansas. After serving time in the The other venture I started was the Parker time. I try to attend every senior birthday party with Buster hosted a campaign din- Armed Forces, he moved to the Island Cattle Company. It was another lease that we Vicky and Leah’s support. They keep me in touch ner in Immokalee to make him- Big Cypress reservation, and mar- got. If we were to liquidate it tomorrow we’d have with whose birthday is when. self available to community ried wife Linda. They have four approximately two million dollars worth of cattle on As far as the one that people don’t like to members who have questions children: Pauletta, age 22; this place. The economy really took an upward talk about that’s a big part of our job is the funerals. about his proposed projects. B. Secody Clarissa, age 20; Paul Jr., age 18; swing on the cattle business. We’re doing really During the funerals we do whatever we can to make The evening started at 7 p.m. at and Wilson, age 15. good with cattle prices. This has been a profitable sure that the family has time to grieve without hav- the Immokalee Recreation Paul Bowers On election day, Bowers venture. ing to worry about any expenses. I pay for all of the Center. will be going up against four We also fed some feed lot cattle this year. food, I cut all of the firewood, and we try to do His platform – other contenders for the position That’s the second time the Tribes tried this. We tried everything that we can so that the family doesn’t although short and to the point stressed the need for of Big Cypress Board Representative: Charlie it before with our own cows at one time. It wasn’t have to worry about it in their time of mourning. the acquisition of more cattle and land use for the Cypress, Alfonso Tigertail, Mary Jean Koenes and successful. We lost a little money. We fed 200 head Thing I’m looking into for the future…I’m area. He stated that, with the current count of 1500 Clifton Billie. He states that, if elected, he will do this year at Lubbock Feeders. on the verge of working on an import and export head of cattle in Lake Placid, and 3500 head located his best to represent the people of Big Cypress and The Bellamy Brothers actually own this deal for commodities. Not the commodities food that on the 13-section area of Miccosukee land (near the work diligently towards improving existing Board feed lot. We just got a report back on these cows. we were used to getting but... it actually is but on a Miccosukee Service Plaza)- there is plenty of room programs. He also states that he will remain focused They fed for about a twenty-dollar a head profit. It much larger scale. It’s dealing with grain, beef, steel, for more cattle to be purchased. He also addressed on future projects that will further benefit the com- doesn’t sound like much but it’s about a three to five gas, big products that moves worldwide. There’s concerns over the neglect of existing pastures. munity – young and old alike. percent return on our dollar, which is comparable to some breaks that we may be able to get as a sover- Bowers stated that he would also like to see the a lot of bank loans at this time because of the interest eign nation. Tax issues, tariff issues, duty issues. I’m Board work closer rates. looking into that with some attorneys now. It looks with the citrus pro- Our sugar cane took a hard lick because like it’s going to be pretty promising, bringing in a grams, and plans a sugar prices fell so bad. It’s still generating money lot of income for the tribe. All we’re going to have to feasibility study for for us. It’s still making money while other people are do is be the broker. We’ll let the people that know consideration of a losing money because we don’t have to pay for land the business handle the business. campground to be tax and we didn’t have to pay for the property so it’s My ultimate goal is to bring a second divi- located in Immokalee. still proving to be successful. dend for the board. This one here could be the big One of his goals for Our citrus took a really hard lick. One of one. If we can get this thing going it’s going to take the community is to the groves that had a canker contamination quaran- pushing our sovereignty just the same way they did generate more revenue tine doesn’t look very good. We’re not going to be with gaming. It can be done. If I’m re-elected I’ll through Board pro- lifted out of it for a couple of years. We can still sell work hard to get this done. grams. our product but it just doesn’t get the price that it Also with the shell pit, we’re working on Bowers cur- would if we weren’t under quarantine. We’re just getting DOT status for it. This will increase our rently works with kids going to cut back on cost and try to keep it going till sales. I’m also trying something new. I’m trying to interested in 4-H, as the quarantine is lifted. get it licensed as a minority owned pit. Nobody’s well as with the Horse We also took the campground back, which done this before but it will open up a market. The Club. He has been has been known as Russ and Sonny’s. Now it’s the DOT will let the pit suffice for minority workers. In involved with the Brighton Campground and Trading Post. We’ve got a other words, if somebody out here gets a contract on youth rodeos and little trading store there. The store is beautiful; the this highway, by them buying the materials from the would like to see addi- campground is beautiful. We’re having a lot of peo- Seminole Tribe, they won’t have to actually hire the ple come into the campground now. Before it was a minority worker at the job site. I think this is going tional funds allocated Friends enjoy a BBQ dinner in Immokalee (@ Paul Bowers Campaign event). for youth projects in limited deal. Whoever’s buddy wanted to come in to be pretty promising for the Seminole Tribe and the they had to be buddies with the person managing it. pit. Now it’s open to all of the public and we’re looking If any of you read the paper that came out at expanding it making it twice as big. today, some of my opposition really bashed me in Visit The Real Indian Country As far as the cattle program…You’re going there pretty good. They portrayed it that I have more to hear some of my opposition campaign on the cat- white people working for me than Indian. Well I just tle program. The cattle program is one of the biggest want to let everyone know that those are not the subsidies of the board. The actual Tribal cattle pro- facts. The facts are, I have 75 per cent gram is successful as far as Tribally owned. The Seminole Tribal members employed. On average individual owners in the past haven’t made any they’re paid 15% more than non-tribal members. So money and the board had to subsidize them. Some of I just want to let the records show what she stated in my opposition thinks that’s the way it should be; I the newspaper wasn’t the truth. don’t think it should be that way. I think that if I’m up here (Tampa) with John Wayne they’re going to be in the cow business they need to Huff. The reason I’m here with John support their own business. The Tribe doesn’t need Wayne is because I see a lot of things going on that to support it. We’re already letting them use the land you all aren’t getting what you could be getting, and for nothing so I think they should support their own that’s the truth… the fact of the matter. business. The housing issue needs to be addressed This is the first time since I’ve been in here. There’s so much more that I could do if you all office that we’ve brought the cattle program out of had the property to do it. The reason you don’t have debt. We got this by having the cattle owners pay it is you don’t have a voice pushing for it. The peo- their bills. In the past the politicians would let them ple up there in council make the decisions. They say be lax on their bills; they wouldn’t pay them. When I yea or nea. Well, if you don’t have somebody back- got in we made it mandatory that they get all their ing you and wanting to build your houses your not bills up to date. We’re not having to subsidize as going to get them. much as in the past. Everyone is compliant with the This man (John Wayne Huff) is going to program. campaign on that and he’ll get the job done. With The cash crop is rising every year, which is him doing that it will open me up as a board repre- a good sign. We have the pastures in great shape. sentative to do more for you as far as landscaping Since I came to office this is the first time we’ve had your yards. I want to keep the 4H program here and I total acreage mowed on the reservation. We’ve got know you’re running out of space. I’m a big believer 12 thousand improved acres there. The administra- in the 4H program. I put a lot of money into our kids tion before me, when we tried to mow it ourselves it this year at the sale. I think it’s great program. It was running around $250,000 a year to get the place teaches kids responsibility. I think it’s a great pro- mowed. I decided to get a contractor to come in at a gram. So if we can get you some land and some set rate per acre. I got it down to $100,000 and its’ houses I think we could keep that 4H program going the first time we’ve ever had the total property and I support that 100 per cent. www.indiancircle.com mowed in one year. This is the second year we’ve I want to thank you all for coming out today done this and we’re starting on the third. That saved and remember me on May 14th. Thank you. us some money there and we’re getting a better job — Submitted by Mark Madrid The Seminole Tribune 15 May 25, 2001 Classified • Announcements Happy Birthday Congratulations Poems Congratulations and good luck in Barefoot Man all your endeavors for you have proven your worthiness! Without uttering a word His soul speaks eloquently, unheard Silently speaks with his hand Ev’ry stroke of brush depicts the Florida sand

Affinity with the Seminole Grew strong with the folklore told He understood where most folks don’t understand Michael O. James poses with sisters You can tell it in ev’ry stoke of his hand Irene James (L) and Gisela Vavra who came with other family and friends to With no shoes on his feet support him on the joyous occasion. Walks with Seminole brother undefeat He would have been a Seminole man Walking proudly on a beautiful land Michael O. James graduated on Saturday, May 5 from Indian River His love for the Seminole Community College’s Registered Nursing Clearly seen on canvas stories of old Program. Michael graduated with a 3.8 Where clans abound in the Seminole land Happy belated birthday Gabe! Happy birthday to our #1 GPA. Michael plans to continue his edu- End of summer swamp- apples fall to the From “The Gang.” Yours truly, Lorraine, Favorite Sister, Dominique Sharaine cation and has been accepted to the Florida sand Catlin, Noel, and Uly. Osceola on May 1. We love you so University of North Carolina in Chapel much! Be good and stay healthy. One Hill. He will be working at the University Panther squalls behind the cypress tree Happy 8th Birthday to Ali Love, Marlon, Letitia, Egoosh, Denise of North Carolina Hospital, one of the Otters play envisioned by Guy La bree Nunez on May 20. We love you very and John Rhodes. world’s leading research hospitals, in the Silent poetry painted by his hand much and hope you get everything you critical care step down unit for organ Barefoot artist treads the Florida sand wish for. Love Daddy David, Mommy Happy birthday to Grandma transplant recipients. He and his family Anita, and sisters Ami, Airi, and Apple. (Doris) on May 17. Mom you’re the leave for North Carolina at the end of “Great Oz”. We love you, thank you for June. Happy birthday to my other taking care of us; there’s no one like you. Michael has worked for the Spirit of Seminoles baby Willie Jim McKinley Osceola who One Love; Apeehoy, Meyante, Seminole Tribune for the past four years As the Spirit of Seminoles then and now was born on May 21. Love you very Shagahle, Shishee, Melokmeche, and as our on-going EIRA photographer and Like a cool breeze blows across prairies, much. From Aunt Doris and gang. Coowacooche. reporter. He will be extremely missed by hammocks and the Everglades all those residents on the Brighton reser- April 1, 2001 Mr. and Mrs. Eric A Spirit that flourishes over this Happy birthday to my baby Happy birthday to Rita vation, as well as us here at the Tribune. James Cypress. Eric is the son of the late enchanting and beautiful land, girl, Meyante (Dominique), born on (Bonita Jean Jumper), Anita Osceola Of course he will keep us informed on all William B. Cypress and Ruth M. Our Creator touches a land that gives life, May 1, 1989. Love you very much (Eeche), Amos (Uncle Amo) Frank, the latest clinical research findings on Osceola. Barbara Henry is daughter of beauty and bounty to nurture our minds, Grandma Doris. Peggy Barnett and Iretta Tiger. From diabetes. Bobby and Annie Henry. bodies and spirit the Otter Gang. The Spirit of traditions, culture, leg- ends, stories and songs Notices The courage and strength to be as one peo- ple 8th Annual Seminole Wellness Siskiyou Blvd., PMB 4, Ashland, OR Dakota. American Indian Services, Inc. at Public Service Announcement The Spirit of healing, caring, helping Conference – July 15 – 20, at the Marco 97520, or go to www.freecontest.com. (800) 658-4797 or (605) 334-4060. — The University of Fort Lauderdale is taught by our elders Island Hilton. Deadline for applications is Too Fabulous Art and Funky 12th Annual Protecting Mother offering special programs to earn a col- The Spirit of wisdom through the Creator’s June 8, you must commit yourself to par- Antique Market – June 17, 9 a.m. to 4 Earth Conference – August 2 – 5 in lege degree within an innovative Christian love ticipate for the duration of the conference. p.m. FREE. Find vintage items, antiques, Penticton, British Columbia, Canada. For learning environment. Remedial and spe- We give thanks to our Creator for this Contacts are; Ralph Billie at (954) 962- art and other goodies at this event. Call information call En’Owkin Centre at cial entrance courses are available for spirit of life now and forever 2009; Michele Thomas or Rita Gopher at (954) 921- 3274 or visit www.artandcul- (250) 493-7181, email: [email protected], anyone, who has the heart for higher — Ralph Billie (863) 763-4128; Helene Buster at (863) turecenter.org. web site: www.ienearth.org. learning and commitment for study. 983-5151; Billie Napper at (941) 657- Free Tax Workshops – June 1 – Prairie Island Dakota Singing Enroll now for Summer and Fall 6567; Tom Ryan at (813) 621-2811, Sally 26 at various sites. The Florida & Dancing Championships Pow Wow – 2001. For information, call (954) 486- Grave-Robbing Tommie at (954) 967-3700 or Andy Department of Revenue, as part of their July 6 – 8. Free admission, need social 7728. The University of Fort Lauderdale Buster at (305) 223-8380. educational program to help taxpayers security number to register. Call (651) is located at 4200 N.W. 16th St. in There are those who rob our “Native” The 44th Annual Yakama understand and meet their obligations. For 267-3023 and leave message. Lauderhill. graves Nation Treaty Days All Indian Rodeo – info contact: Alberto Collazo, at (954) Haskell Alumni Association of Bring Your Pets — The Pet Fair And call it archeology June 9 - 10 in White Swan, Washington. 967-1821, e-mail: [email protected] Oklahoma Reunion — The 2001 HAAO activities have been set FY - 2001. We And “Uncle Sam” gives funds for this, Contact secretary Rhonda Strom and or visit site athttp://sun6.dms.state.fl.- Annual Reunion & Golf Scramble will be will be holding these activities at the Called government grants, you see Betty Sampson at (509) 848-2854. us/dor held Sept. 14, 15, 16 at the Adam’s Mark Hollywood Gym in the parking lot on Then there are those more honest, The Native American Business On Line Spanish Courses – Hotel in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma. June 16, 2001. Who don’t bother to hide behind, Alliance Conference 2001 – August 12 – Beginning June. Continuing Education All Haskell Indian Nations If you have any questions or con- Scientific study. They just want what 14. Call Alliance at (248) 988-9344 and Department will offer Spanish courses. University Alumni and friends are invited. cerns please call Environmental Health at they can find visit us at www.native-american-bus.org. Fees range from $85 to $120 for an 8- Reserve your room early and ask for the 954-962-2009. No matter what fancy name it’s called, 25th Annual Miami/Bahamas week course. To register call (954) 475- special Haskell rates; (800) 444-2326. It’s still a desecration; Goombay Festival – June 2 - 3 in 6960. Friday evening reception; Saturday golf And to us it is a crime against, Coconut Grove. For applications or infor- Toll-Free Dental Hotline – scramble, dinner (must be reserved) and The entire “Native” nation. mation call headquarters at (305) 567- Saturday, June 6. Dial 1-800-SMILE 33, dance; and Sunday morning Brunch. Thank You To protect “White” man’s graves 1399. to ask dentists any oral health questions. Request information from Joyce On March 27 Hollywood They have passed laws, “To Whit…”, 17th Annual Native American Receive free dental advice and request Childers Bear at (918) 756-8700, ext. 602, Council Representative Max Osceola Jr. But when it comes to “Native” mounds, Journalists Association Convention – local referrals. From 7 a.m. until Noon. email: [email protected]; or, Flo unselfishly gave me and my daughter They just don’t give a - -it! June 13 – 16 in Buffalo New York. For N. A. Y. O. Baseball & Softball Tanner Spotted Bear at (918) 342-6403. Jessica his personal Miami Heat basket- How would You feel if someone, more info call (612) 729-9244 or fax at – July 20 - 21. For information contact; See you in September! ball game tickets. We had a wonderful Dug up Your family plot, (612) 729-9373. Hollywood Gym (954) 989-9457, Joe time at the game. We’d like to say thank And took whatever there remained, National American Indian Collins (954) 931-7793 or Sunshine Frank you to Max and his family. Of your Mother, or your Pop? Housing Council Annual Convention (954) 966-6300, ext. 1305. I also would like to say that the Would you care what it was called? and Trade Show – June 4 - 6 in Indian Youth of America Youth Deadlines game was a special one because we saw Or would you just see red, Albuquerque, New Mexico. To be held at Camp Program – June 29 – July 7 (dead- Alonzo Mourning making his first return For them to have the audacity, the Hyatt Regency, for information call line June 18) or August 10 – 17 (deadline Seminole Tribune after being absent for almost the entire To desecrate Your dead? NAIHC at (202) 789-1754. being July 30). Ages 10 – 14 years. For season. We don’t care what name they give it, Free Poetry Contest – Deadline general information call (712) 252-3230. June 15 Issue • June 1 Deadline Sho-na-bay-sha Nor whose face it saves, is June 5. One entry of 21 lines or less. Northern Plains Tribal Arts July 6 Issue • June 22 Deadline Mem-mung-ela-ka “White” men may call it science, Send to Free Poetry Contest, 1257 2001 – Sept. 27 – 30 in Sioux Falls, South July 27 Issue • July 13 Deadline “Cowbone” But to us it’s Robbing-Graves! — Jacquelyn Kay Jobs

Job Title: A-Built/CAD Drafter Location: Hotmeals, Hollywood Open Date: 3-28-01 Job Title: Teacher Aide (3/4 yr. class) Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: Jan. 8, 2001 Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 3-28-01 Salary: Negotiable with benifits Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Tribal Clerk/Admin. Assistant Salary: Negotiable with benefits Close Date: Until Filled Location: Ahfachkee, B.C. Salary: $26,000 annually w/ benefits Open Date: 3-28-01 Location: Family Services, Big Cypress Salary: $18,150 with benifits Location: Hollywood, Utilities Close Date: Until Filled Location: Ahfachkee, B.C. Job Title: Pre-K Teacher Salary: $24,960 with benifits Job Title: Permanent Sub. Teacher Open Date: April 18, 2001 Job Title: Patient Services Clerk Location: Secretary Treasurer’s Office Open Date: 3-28-01 Job Title: Surveillance Operator Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: Nov. 7, 2000 Hollywood Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 3-28-01 Salary: Negotiable w/ benifits Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $12.50 per hour with benefits Close Date: Until Filled Location: Ahfachkee, B.C. Salary: $18,720 annually w/ benefits Job Title: Surveillance Operator Location: Ahfachkee School, BC Salary: $17,680 with benifits Location: Health/manged Care, BC Open Date: 3-28-01 Location: Gaming, Tampa Job Title: A/P Representatives Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Surveillance Operator Open Date: April 18, 2001 Job Title: Counselor Salary: $17,680 with benifits Open Date: 3-28-01 Job Title: Youth Center Attendant Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: Nov. 7, 2000 Location: Gaming, Brighton Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: April 25, 2001 Salary: $18,720 with benifits Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $13,644 with benifits Close Date: Until Filled Location: Health, Hollywood Salary: Negotiable Job Title: Operator/ Maintenance Trainee Location: Gaming, Coconut Creek Salary: $16,640 with benifits Location: Family Services, Brighton Open Date: 3-28-01 Location: Juvenile Justice, Hwd. Job Title: Administrative/Assistant Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Cultural Language Instructor Open Date: April 18, 2001 Job Title: Community Health Educator Salary: $17,680 with benifits Open Date: 3-28-01 Job Title: Bookkeeper/Office Asst Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 3-28-01 Location: Utilities, Brighton Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: April 18, 2001 Salary: Negotiable with benifits Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $28,120 with benifits Close Date: Until Filled Location: Governmental Affairs, Hwd. Salary: $30,000 annually w/ benefits Job Title: Tribal Outreach/Worker Location: Cultural Education, Imm. Salary: Negotiable with benifits Location: Health, Hollywood Open Date: 3-28-01 Location: Natural Resources, Brtn. Job Title: Reporter Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Gaming Clerk Open Date: May 9, 2001 Job Title: Nutritionist Salary: $20,300 with benifits Open Date: 3-28-01 Job Title: Administrative Assistant Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 3-28-01 Location: Family Services, Brighton Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 3-28-01 Salary: $19,760 with benifits Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $17,200 with benifits Close Date: Until Filled Location: Communications, Hwd. Salary: $35,000 annually w/ benefits Job Title: Custodian Location: Gaming, Imm. Salary: Negotiable with benifits Location: Health, Hollywood Open Date: 3-28-01 Location: Planning & Development, Hwd. Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Surveillance Operator Open Date: December 27, 2000 Job Title: Site Manager Salary: $15,600 with benifits Open Date: 3-28-01 Job Title: Gaming Inspectors (5) Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 3-28-01 Location: Ahfachkee, Big Cypress Close Date: Until Filled Open Date: 3-28-01 Salary: $24,900 with benifits Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $17,680 with benifits Close Date: Until Filled Location: Health, Brighton Salary: Negotiable with benefits Job Title: Medical Social Worker Location: Gaming, Imm. Salary: $28,000 with benifits Location: Gaming, Hwd. Job Title: Teacher Aid Open Date: April 18, 2001 Job Title: Operator/ Close Date: Until Filled Chickee Baptist Church Maintenance Trainee Salary: $13,644 with benifits Open Date:3-28-01 Location: Ahfachkee, B.C. 64th Ave. and Josie Billie Close Date: Until Filled Hollywood Seminole Reservation Salary: $17,680 benifits Job Title: Gaming Clerk Location: Utilities, Brtn. Open Date: February 28, 2001 Close Date: Until Filled Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m. Job Title: Community Salary: $17,200 with benifits Health/Rep Location: Gaming, Tampa Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m. Open Date:3-28-01 Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Close Date: Until Filled Job Title: Recreation Aid Salary: $18,700 benifits Open Date: May 9, 2001 Location: Health, B.C. Close Date: Until Filled Rev. Arlen Payne: Pastor Salary: $11, 440 with benifits (954) 894-5651 Job Title: Elementary/ Location: Recreation, Tampa Middle School Teacher Open Date:April 18, 2001 The Seminole Tribune 16 May 25, 2001

Agnes Cypress, Pilot and Susie Billie arriving to vote. Oneva and Neil Baxley casting their ballots.

L-R: President Mitchell Cypress, Secretary Treasurer Priscilla Sayen and Chairman James Billie announce this years election winners.

Susie Billie casting vote. Agnes Cypress in back. Betty King at table. Election Victory Speeches Deloris Jumper and Tommy Jumper arriving to vote. David Cypress – I would like to thank both Paul Bowers - I greatly appreciate every- Big Cypress and Immokalee for your long-standing one’s support in voting me in as your Big Cypress support in this year’s election. Board Representative. My plans are to always be May the next two years remain as challeng- available and to work hard for every tribal citizen. ing and prosperous for us all. Again thank you for your ballots on my behalf. Make God bless each and every one of you tribal plans to attend the inauguration on June 4th in members. Hollywood. Each vote counts: Willie Johns ads his ballot. David DeHass – Thank you to all that sup- Max B. Osceola, JR - Now that the tribal ported me through this year’s election. elections are over I would like to congratulate all of I hope within the next two years everyone the successful candidates, and welcome then to the that did go out to vote will become aware of my tribal leadership role. capabilities. Even if you voted for the other candi- I would like to ask the members of the tribe dates I am here to work for you as well. to support the elected representative so we may be To the other candidates, do not give up on able to follow the wishes of the members and to your attempts and goals for there will be another make the tribe stronger. election. And then too, may the best man win. With the tribe working together we can achieve many positive social, cultural and economic Alex Johns – I would like to thank the gains that will benefit all the members of the tribe. Brighton and Tampa communities for their continued In closing I would like to thank the people support and faith in me as their representative in this of the Hollywood reservation for your support and for year’s election. I will do my best to live up to your your suggestions, wishes and prayers for the next two expectations of me and do the best job possible for years. you and the Tribe. Vernon Tiger campaigning for Hollywood. Max Osceola Jr. said his campaign speech at the gym. Suspended License • Revoked License • Traffic Tickets • DUI

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